Get Instructions For Opening An Estate Of A Foreign Will For Ancillary Administration (after 2003/with

This guide provides clear and supportive instructions on completing the necessary forms to open an estate of a foreign will for ancillary administration. Following these steps will help you navigate the process effectively.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the forms for ancillary administration.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the necessary forms required for opening an estate for ancillary administration. This action will allow you to begin filling out the forms online.
2. Complete the Petition to File and Record Authenticated Copy of Will and Probate form (NHJB-2133-P). Ensure all required details, such as the decedent's information and your details as the requesting party, are accurately filled out.
3. Fill out the Petition for Estate Administration form (NHJB-2145-P). This will establish your legal authority to manage the estate.
4. Use the Legatees and Devisees – Estate with Will form (NHJB-2150-P) to list the beneficiaries according to the will. Ensure that you include all relevant parties.
5. Include an authenticated copy of the will with your application. This document serves as the official record for the estate.
6. If you are not a New Hampshire resident but requesting to be the Executor, complete the Appointment of Resident Agent form (NHJB-2120-P).
7. Submit a certified death certificate if it was not already provided with the authenticated copy of the will.
8. Prepare your photo identification, as it may be required for the submission process.
9. Review the filing fees based on the estate's value to ensure you include the correct payment with your application.
10. After submission, the court will set the bond amount. Be prepared to file a Fiduciary Bond form (NHJB-2137-P) according to the court’s requirements.
11. Once the court approves the bond, you will receive a Certificate of Appointment, after which you must file the Notice to Surviving Spouse, Legatees, Heirs at Law and Return of Notice form (NHJB-2127-P) within 90 days.
12. Within 90 days of your appointment as Executor, file the Inventory of Fiduciary form (NHJB-2125-P).
13. Annually, file the Executor/Administrator's Accounting form (NHJB-2117-P) within one year of your appointment.
14. Finally, ensure to save your changes, download, print, or share the completed forms as needed.

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