How many years do I have since a probate order to file a lien?

Daughters maiden name in will?

That shouldn't be a problem. The court may allow you to add a "now known as" on the petition for probate. Or, you could file a copy of the marriage certificate in the probate file. That would resolve any problems with the name change since the will was written.

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.

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 you file for probate without s will?

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.

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 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.

Do you have to probate two times when a person dies and leaves two houses one in Texas and one in Arizona?

Yes. Two probates will need to be filed in order to pass title to the real estate. The first probate should be done in the state and county where the decedent lived. Then a probate must be filed in the state and county where the second property is located. There is a process in every state for filing a foreign probate. Usually, you only need to file certified copies of the first probate case at the other state and county probate courtYes. Two probates will need to be filed in order to pass title to the real estate. The first probate should be done in the state and county where the decedent lived. Then a probate must be filed in the state and county where the second property is located. There is a process in every state for filing a foreign probate. Usually, you only need to file certified copies of the first probate case at the other state and county probate courtYes. Two probates will need to be filed in order to pass title to the real estate. The first probate should be done in the state and county where the decedent lived. Then a probate must be filed in the state and county where the second property is located. There is a process in every state for filing a foreign probate. Usually, you only need to file certified copies of the first probate case at the other state and county probate courtYes. Two probates will need to be filed in order to pass title to the real estate. The first probate should be done in the state and county where the decedent lived. Then a probate must be filed in the state and county where the second property is located. There is a process in every state for filing a foreign probate. Usually, you only need to file certified copies of the first probate case at the other state and county probate court

If parent dies intestate and no court admin assigned can one of the beneficiaries file probate at the expense of the estate?

Yes. Any interested party can file a petition for administration of the estate in order to distribute the decedent's property to her heirs-at-law. You should consult with an attorney who specializes in probate law.

As an executor how can you obtain a letter of appointment in order to cash checks written to the estate?

You need to file Will and Petition for Appointment in local Probate court.

Does an heir have a right to know exactly what the holdings were?

Yes. You can review the file at the court where the probate was filed. Once a will has been filed in probate the estate file becomes a public record. You can go to that court, request the file and read the will and all the other documents that will be filed during the probate process. You can read the file periodically in order to monitor the activities of the executor. The executor who has been appointed by the court must file an inventory of the estate. If you find that the executor is not performing their duties in a timely, efficient and professional manner then complain to the attorney who is handling the estate or to the court.