What Is A Petition For Probate?
What is a petition for probate? Min Austria Assistant at Ascent Law LLC A petition for probate is one of the forms you'll fill out when you're filing for probate. It's a legal document that starts the process of administering an estate and distributing the assets to those entitled to them. The petitioner is usually the executor (or personal representative) , a family member, or a person appointed by the court. The petition must be filed with the probate court along with several other documents, including an order for probate, an inventory and appraisement (which lists all of the assets in the estate) , statements from those involved in administering the estate or those who will receive property under it (known as beneficiaries) , and a proposed order of distribution of assets. Basically, everything needs to be well documented. A petition for probate is a document that is filed with the court in order to begin the process of administering an estate. It's commonly used...