Missouri Full Probate Administration— Professional Legal Guidance.
For estates valued over $40,000, Missouri law requires full probate administration—and an attorney to guide it. We handle every filing, creditor notice, and court hearing on your behalf with a transparent flat fee.
Full administration required for estates
over $40,000 within 1 year of death.
Our average full administration closes in
10–14 months—often faster than the state average.
Flat fee: $6,000–$7,500.
All fees disclosed upfront. No hourly billing.
Our 3-Step Roadmap
Full probate administration is complex—but our process makes it straightforward for you.
We Connect
A 30-minute strategy call confirms your estate qualifies for full administration and locks in your flat fee—no surprises later.
We Handle the Legal Stuff
We file the petition, publish the creditor notice, manage every court deadline, and prepare the final settlement—all on your behalf.
You Resolve the Estate—Fast
We coordinate with realtors, appraisers, and clean-out crews so assets move quickly. Most full administrations close inside 12 months.
What to Expect: Month by Month
Full probate administration follows a state-mandated process. Here's what each phase looks like—and how we keep things moving at every step.
Small Estate Affidavit
Estates Under $40,000 Net Value (Including Real Estate Minus Mortgages)
Initial Consultation & Paperwork
Gather death certificate, asset information, and complete affidavit
Court Filing & Review
File affidavit with probate court and begin court review process
Court Processing Period
Court reviews affidavit and processes the small estate petition
Court Approval & Asset Distribution
Receive final court order, collect assets, and distribute to heirs
Ready to Get Started?
Small estates can be settled quickly with our flat-fee service. We handle all court filings so you can focus on your family, not paperwork.
What Our Clients Say
Real reviews from real clients we've helped through the probate process.
Why Choose Schnurbusch Law for Full Administration?
Led by attorney Dan Schnurbusch, our firm was built specifically to make full probate administration faster, more transparent, and less stressful.
Transparent Flat Rates.
Full administrations typically run $6,000–$7,500 + court costs, paid in stages throughout the case. All fees are disclosed before you sign anything.
We Shoulder the Legal Risk.
Missouri law requires an attorney for full probate administration. We handle every filing and court appearance so you don't have to figure it out alone.
Built-for-Speed Workflows.
State law mandates a minimum 6-month creditor period—but we start the clock immediately and streamline everything around it. Our average full administration closes in under 12 months.
Curated Local Pros.
Need to sell the house, clear the property, or appraise assets? We connect you with hand-picked Missouri professionals—no kickbacks, no referral fees.
Cooperative Probate Focus.
We handle routine full administration where heirs are aligned. For will contests or litigation, we refer you to qualified contested-probate counsel while continuing to manage the administrative work.
Full Probate Administration: Common Questions
Still have questions?
Every estate is different. Call us and we'll tell you exactly what to expect for yours.
Estate Over $40,000? Let's Talk.
Book a free 30-minute consultation and we'll walk through your estate, confirm the right process, and give you a flat-fee quote.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
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