Initiating the probate process in Nevada requires filing a petition (probate form) with the appropriate court (usually the district court where the deceased lived or owned property). This step is crucial as it officially opens the probate estate.
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How to Get an Affidavit of Entitlement in Nevada. Affidavit of Entitlement is a legal document that allows very small estates to obtain and distribute the assets of a decedent without having to go to probate court.
A Small Estate Affidavit is an alternative to probate and might apply to your situation. The affidavit procedure allows people who are entitled to a dead person's (also called a decedent) personal property to get that property without going through probate.
First, you will have to confirm that the estate qualifies as a small estate under Nevada law. The total value of the deceased's assets must not exceed $25,000, excluding vehicles, and must not include any real property. If the claimant is a surviving spouse, the limit is raised to $100,000.
When should a probate be opened? As soon as practical following the person's death. In Nevada, if the total amount of the deceased person's assets exceeds $25,000, or if real estate is involved, probate (or administration) will be required, and there is normally no reason to delay starting the process.