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Most state probate codes have a section that addresses the filing of a will after the death of the testator. For example, in some states the named executor who is in possession of the original will must file it for probate within 30 days. Someone who is not the executor and has possession of the will is required to hand it over to the court within a certain time period also. The rules vary from state to state. You can check the rules in your state by performing a search using 'your state + probate code'. An example from the Probate Code of Washington state is provided below:

Washington State:

  • Any person having the custody or control of any will shall, within thirty days after he shall have received knowledge of the death of the testator, deliver said will to the court having jurisdiction or to the person named in the will as executor, and any executor having in his custody or control any will shall within forty days after he received knowledge of the death of the testator deliver the same to the court having jurisdiction. Any person who shall wilfully violate any of the provisions of this section shall be liable to any party aggrieved for the damages which may be sustained by such violation.
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The optimal time to file a will in probate is as soon as possible after the person dies. The rapid filing of the will protects the estate. The maximum amount of time varies by state.

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There is no time limit but it should be as soon as possible. If Inheritance tax is due, in the UK, interest will start to accrue six months from the date of death.

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You can open the estate the next day if you wish. You need a copy of the will and the death certificate.

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search it on Google dude(tt)

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it depends on which state you are in

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Q: How soon does a will have to be filed after death by an executor?
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Does a will have to be recorded to be probated?

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Who does the executor account to after probate?

No one, unless some malpractice is discovered on the part of the executor after the estate is closed and sues the executor. Once the estate is distributed and a final account is filed and approved the executor is discharged and the estate is closed. After that, the executor has no authority.


How long after a death does the executor have to settle the estate?

That time period is generally governed by state laws. In most cases the executor should submit the will for probate within 30 days and thus commence the probate process. The executor has an obligation to settle the estate as soon as possible and with expediency. It is a violation of their duties as executor to drag it out unnecessarily.


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Can the executor's lawyer question the power of attorney before the will is filed?

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