Get Formal Probate (without A Will)

This guide provides comprehensive instructions on completing the Formal Probate (Without A Will) online. It aims to support individuals navigating the probate process without a will, ensuring that users can manage their responsibilities effectively and accurately.

Follow the steps to fill out the Formal Probate (Without A Will) online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the Formal Probate (Without A Will) document and open it in an editor for completing.
2. Review the requirements to ensure you are eligible to submit the petition. You must be related to the deceased or have a legal interest in their property, and they must have died within the last three years without leaving a will.
3. Accurately complete the Petition by filling in your details as the petitioner, including your address and relationship to the decedent.
4. Provide the decedent's details, including their name, date of birth, and date of death. Also, indicate their residence county at the time of death.
5. List all heirs, devisees, and interested persons. Ensure you gather and include their names and addresses, attaching a separate schedule if necessary.
6. In the Negative Allegation Statement section, detail any relevant negative allegations regarding heirs as specified in the guidelines.
7. Complete sections regarding the decedent’s property, including an estimate of probate and non-probate assets, as well as any debts.
8. Leave the spaces for the dates and time of the hearing and signatures blank, as these will be filled in by the Court Administrator when you file the forms.
9. Create a copy of the filled-out forms for your personal records before proceeding to file the originals.
10. Submit the completed forms and the filing fee to the Ramsey County Probate Court, either by mail or in person.
11. Once the necessary notices have been completed by the clerk's office, ensure you mail them to all listed heirs at least 14 days prior to the scheduled hearing.
12. Prepare and file the Affidavit of Mailing with the Probate Court, ensuring your signature is notarized.
13. Make arrangements for the publication of the Notice of Hearing in a legal newspaper, which the clerk will facilitate.
14. Attend the scheduled hearing prepared to testify about the facts in your petition. If approved, the judge will issue the Order of Formal Adjudication and appoint the personal representative.
15. Request certified copies of the Letters of General Administration from the Court Administrator, as these will be necessary for the administration of the estate.
16. Fulfill all responsibilities related to estate administration and asset distribution as specified under the law. Consult an attorney for any legal questions.

Start filling out the Formal Probate (Without A Will) online today to ensure a smooth probate process.