How does probate court work in Arizona?
How does probate court work in Arizona?
Probate is a court procedure that determines how a deceased person’s (a decedent) estate will be administered. This process identifies and inventories the decedent’s assets and debts, pays the applicable taxes and debts, and then distributes the remainder to any beneficiaries named in a Will or to the surviving heirs.
How long does informal probate take in Arizona?
6 to 8 months
What do you do when someone dies at home in Arizona?
After Death Checklist Of ResponsibilitiesBefore the Funeral. Check if the decedent left funeral and burial instructions. Administrative. Obtain certified copies of the death certificate. Opening Probate. Provide Notice. Gather the Assets. File Taxes. Settle the Liabilities. Distribute the Residual Estate.
Do Wills in Arizona need to be notarized?
No, in Arizona, you do not need to notarize your will to make it legal. However, Arizona allows you to make your will “self-proving” and you’ll need to go to a notary if you want to do that. A self-proving will speeds up probate because the court can accept the will without contacting the witnesses who signed it.
