Elder Law Issues

Elder Law Issues


What is the After Death Checklist?

September 28, 2025

You may have heard of an after death checklist but what does it contain? Losing someone you love is always difficult so people often find keeping a list helps them stay organized through the chaos.

Should you prioritize getting death certificates? Should you notify Social Security or the various places your loved one did business with? Did your loved one have pets that need care? What about firearms, creditors and real estate?

Today we discuss the most important things to do right after a loved one has died.