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If someone chooses to collect a judgment from the deceased, they have the option of filing a lawsuit against the estate. Typically speaking, this needs to be filed when the probate process is open?but, in some cases, it can be done after the probate process has terminated.
Generally, under Texas law, a Will must be admitted to probate within 4 years of a person's death.
For a simple estate using independent administration, the entire probate process can be completed in as little as six months. Dependent administration also requires a six-month window for creditors to make claims.
If a creditor wishes to file a claim against the estate, they must do so in writing and provide documentation of the debt. The claim must be filed with the probate court and a copy must be sent to the executor or administrator of the estate.
Payment priorities A Texas estate does not necessarily pay out all claims presented to it. There is an order of priority for debts to creditors if the estate's assets cannot cover all valid claims: Federal taxes. Funeral expenses and/or final illness expenses up to $15,000.
Secured creditors generally have six months from the executor's appointment, or four months after their receipt of the notice from the executor, to file their claim against the estate. After this time limit, any claim submitted will be barred, meaning that the creditor will be unable to sue the estate.