The passage of time is very important when it comes to making claims and filing lawsuits – especially in the context of estate and probate litigation. If you have received any type of notice (such as a Notice of Administration, Summons, Notice of Hearing, Formal Notice or any other notice document) you should contact a lawyer immediately. Even if you have not received any written notice, the death of your loved one or your knowledge of duress or other matters that may give rise to a claim, can trigger a period during which you must file a claim. Failing to file your claim prior to the expiration of applicable statute of limitations or other claims period deadlines will result in the loss of your claim or your ability to recover under such claim (even if your claim is valid and supported by evidence). Please be advised, however, that by simply calling us or sending us an email inquiry, we are not your counsel and have no obligation to file a claim on your behalf. Only upon the entry of a written engagement agreement do we become your counsel.