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The document is a standard form for filing a petition to probate a will in common form in Georgia's probate court. It outlines specific and general instructions for the petitioners, including requirements for naming heirs, guardianship of minor children, and the process for proving the will. The form includes sections for personal information, verification by notary, and consent from guardians or conservators if applicable. It concludes with an order from the probate judge regarding the admission of the will to record and issuance of letters testamentary.

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Begin by entering the decedent's full name and address in the designated fields. Ensure accuracy as this information is crucial for the probate process.
Fill in the date of death and confirm that the Last Will and Testament is dated correctly. This establishes the legal basis for your petition.
List all heirs of the decedent, including their ages, addresses, and relationships. This section is vital for identifying beneficiaries.
If applicable, indicate if there are minor children and whether a Testamentary Guardian or Conservator is named in the will. Initial where required to confirm these details.
Complete any additional data required, explaining any omissions or special circumstances regarding heirs or executors.
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Is probate mandatory in Georgia?

Upon the death of the deceased, you are required by law to file the decedents will with the Probate Court; however, you are not required to probate a will. If an estate has no assets, there may be no need to probate a will.

What is the probate process in Georgia?

Probate assets are possessions either titled solely in the deceaseds name or have a shared interest with another party (but without survivorship on the title). Some examples of probate assets can be: bank account owned solely by the loved one and did not have a designated beneficiary, POD, or TOD on the account.

How long does probate take in Georgia?

In Georgia, probate generally takes about a year to complete. The probate process can be complicated. In general, the steps for probate are: File the will with the probate court.

What assets go through probate in Georgia?

Some examples of probate assets can be: bank account owned solely by the loved one and did not have a designated beneficiary, POD, or TOD on the account. life insurance policies with no beneficiary designation. cars, recreational vehicles, and motorcycles that are solely owned by the deceased.

Can an estate be settled without probate in Georgia?

Georgia is one of a few that allows heirs to forego the probate process, with no estate dollar value limitation, as long as: There are no outstanding debts. All heirs agree with the distribution plan. There is no last will and testament.