Once the will is lodged, you can begin the formal probate process by filing a petition. This petition must be submitted to the district court in the county where the deceased person lived at the time of their death, as outlined in NRS 136.010.
There is no deadline after a person dies to file probate. But various bad things can happen when there is a long delay in filing probate if the assets of the dead person are not protected.
That being said, it is never a good idea to delay the inevitable. California Probate Code section 8001 specifies that the executor has 30 days after the decedent's date of death and after learning they are the nominated executor to petition the court for administration of the estate.
Although you can open a probate or administration yourself, it is strongly recommended that you seek the assistance of an attorney who has experience with estate matters.
Assets Exempt from Probate in Nevada Joint Tenancy Property. Joint tenancy is a form of property ownership where two or more individuals own a property equally and includes a right of survivorship. Payable on Death (POD) Accounts. Transferable On Death (TOD) Accounts. Assets in a Trust.
In Nevada, there is no time limit or “statute of limitations” for when to file for probate. But bad things can happen if you wait too long. Timely filing for probate protects the deceased person's assets and prevents someone with little connection to the deceased from opening probate first.
To open a probate proceeding and to appoint a personal representative, Nevada courts generally require: A petition to open probate. As exhibits to the petition: a certified copy of death certificate; and. a file-stamped copy of the will that has been submitted to the clerk (if the decedent died testate).
Due to the plethora of laws and individuals involved in a Nevada probate process, it it is best to hire an experienced attorney to assist with the court process.