Heirship

Probate and its alternatives in Indiana. Conducting a probate in Indiana commonly takes six months to a year, depending on the situation. It can take longer if there is a court fight over the will (which is rare) or unusual assets or debts that complicate matters.

In my experience, the Court will typically grant a reasonable hourly rate. I typically see somewhere around $15-$25 an hour based on the complexity of the work performed by the executor.

Harris County Civil Courthouse. 201 Caroline, Suite 800. (713) 274-8585.

1. This form should be completed by someone other than an Heir. This person should be someone who is familiar with the family history of the deceased (decedent), and who will obtain no benefit from the Estate. The person who fills out the form is referred to as the AFFIANT.

Who Gets What: The Basic Rules of Intestate Succession.Generally, only spouses, registered domestic partners, and blood relatives inherit under intestate succession laws; unmarried partners, friends, and charities get nothing. If the deceased person was married, the surviving spouse usually gets the largest share.

No. This form should not be filed in court. This form should be filled out and given to the person or company that has the property that you have a right to. For example, if you are trying to get the funds out of your deceased spouse's bank account, you would give the form to the bank.

Does an affidavit of heirship need to be recorded in Texas? Yes, after the affidavit is signed and executed, it must be filed with the county deed records where the decedent's real property is located.

An affidavit of heirship should be signed by two disinterested witnesses. To qualify as a disinterested witness, one must be knowledgeable about the deceased and his or her family history, but cannot benefit financially from the estate.