If the deceased person had a will, the will must be filed with the probate court in the county where the deceased person lived at the time of their death
The probate court will appoint an executor, who is responsible for collecting the deceased person’s assets, paying their debts and taxes, and distributing the remaining assets to the beneficiaries named in the will. If the deceased person did not have a will, the court will appoint an administrator to handle the estate.
The probate process can be complex and time-consuming, and it is often advisable to seek the assistance of a probate attorney. If the deceased person’s estate is small, or if they had a trust in place, it may be possible to avoid probate altogether.
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