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Yes, you can file for probate without a will. If there is none, the intestacy laws for the jurisdiction (state) will be used to distribute the estate.
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Is it possible to file probate without a lawyer in the state of Florida?
No Florida does not require you to use a lawyer to probate an estate, but probate can be complicated
Can you file a claim in the probate office in ga without a lawyer?
yes
How do you file for estate administrator for your father who died without a will?
The best thing is to consult a probate attorney in your jurisdiction. Depending on the laws, there may not be a requirement to probate.
What is probate procedure when brother dies without will?
Answer: You must file a Petition to be appointed Administrator of his estate at the Probate court where he lived. The court will provide further instructions.
Can a beneficiary ask what an estate is worth?
Yes. The beneficiary can also visit the probate court and request to see the probate file. The inventory of the estate can then be reviewed once it has been filed with the probate court.Yes. The beneficiary can also visit the probate court and request to see the probate file. The inventory of the estate can then be reviewed once it has been filed with the probate court.Yes. The beneficiary can also visit the probate court and request to see the probate file. The inventory of the estate can then be reviewed once it has been filed with the probate court.Yes. The beneficiary can also visit the probate court and request to see the probate file. The inventory of the estate can then be reviewed once it has been filed with the probate court.
How do you become executor of an estate without a will?
You would not be an executor. You would be an administrator. You file an application with the probate court in your jurisdiction to be appointed the administrator of the estate.
Where can you look up a will after presented to the probate court for allowance?
The probate court clerk will have the will on file.
Can a will be filed with the probate court before you die?
Yes. Many probate departments allow testators to file a will for safekeeping for a minimal charge. That way, no one needs to search for it when the testator dies. They simply visit the court and file a petition to commence the probate procedure.Yes. Many probate departments allow testators to file a will for safekeeping for a minimal charge. That way, no one needs to search for it when the testator dies. They simply visit the court and file a petition to commence the probate procedure.Yes. Many probate departments allow testators to file a will for safekeeping for a minimal charge. That way, no one needs to search for it when the testator dies. They simply visit the court and file a petition to commence the probate procedure.Yes. Many probate departments allow testators to file a will for safekeeping for a minimal charge. That way, no one needs to search for it when the testator dies. They simply visit the court and file a petition to commence the probate procedure.
Can family caregiver get compensated from estate?
Yes. That person can file a claim in probate court against the estate. Care givers often do.Yes. That person can file a claim in probate court against the estate. Care givers often do.Yes. That person can file a claim in probate court against the estate. Care givers often do.Yes. That person can file a claim in probate court against the estate. Care givers often do.
When a person dies is their estate automatically placed in probate?
It does not happen automatically. Someone has to file for the probate to be opened.
Can the executor stop the will being made public?
NO. The executor must file the Will in probate court and request appointment. Until they are appointed by the court they have no authority whatsoever.NO. The executor must file the Will in probate court and request appointment. Until they are appointed by the court they have no authority whatsoever.NO. The executor must file the Will in probate court and request appointment. Until they are appointed by the court they have no authority whatsoever.NO. The executor must file the Will in probate court and request appointment. Until they are appointed by the court they have no authority whatsoever.
Can you file probate under deceased person's maiden name?
You file a probate under the name the person used while they were living. If you want to add an "also know as" or "formerly knows as" then you add it after their name. If you file a probate under a name not used by the decedent then it would have the appearance of trying to avoid creditors or notice to next-of-kin.
