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The short answer to that question is that no, you are not required to have an attorney to probate an Ohio estate. But a better question is, Would the probate process go more smoothly with a probate attorneys help? To that question, the answer is almost certainly yes.
Filing the probate petition. The executor must file the original will and a certified copy of the death certificate with the probate petition and other supporting documents in the Surrogates Court of the county where the deceased person lived. There is a filing fee based on the size of the estate.
You wont go to jail for failing to open a probate case in Ohio, but that doesnt mean there wont be consequences. Under Ohio law, if you are the beneficiary of a will, and you know of the wills existence and have the power to do so, you are obligated to have it submitted for probate within a year.
To probate a will in Ohio, take the following steps: Step 1: Find and File the Decedents Will. Step 2: Order Decedents Death Certificate. Step 3: Petition for Probate. Step 4: The Probate Is Opened and Letters of Authority Are Issued. Step 5: Administration, Creditors, and Inventory of the Estate.
Probate in Missouri: How It Works In order to go through the standard probate process in Missouri, an estate must be worth $40,000 or more. Those valued under $40,000 may go through simplified probate to distribute the assets.
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The named executor will begin by requesting that the probate process be started. He or she does so by filing a petition along with the will and death certificate with the probate court in the county where the decedent lived at the time of their death.
How Does Probate Work? Hire an attorney to represent you. Apply for Letters Testamentary if there is a will admitted (or apply for Letters of Administration without a will). Publish notice to creditors. Inventory and appraise assets. Administer the estate and sell property if funds are needed to pay bills.
Probate Costs in Ohio Court filing fees alone range from $100 to $300, depending on the estates size. The courts recommend an initial $250 deposit to get the process going. Publication fees for legal notices average around $60, and bond fees vary with the estates value.

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