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Obtain Distribution Approval from Probate Court

Before Assets can be distributed to Heirs and Beneficiaries, review state law and Probate Court processes for any needed approvals.

The court may require a Petition for Final Distribution or Order on Final Distribution be submitted for approval.

  • These are templated documents that summarize Assets cataloged, expenses incurred, income received, and the plan for Asset distribution

  • An in person hearing may be required to review these forms and Probate Court may require a notice about the hearing to be sent to "interested persons" to contest the final accounting of the Estate if needed

  • Once approved by a judge, the Executor or Administrator is given official approval to distribute remaining Assets

  • In some cases, this approval is known as Decree of Distribution


Note: if the Administrator or Executor will receive compensation for managing the Estate, then their fee should also be included in the Petition for Final Distribution submission.