Ancillary Estate Administration Attorney Serving Chandler & Phoenix

Ancillary estate administration is a legal process that occurs when a person dies with assets in a state other than the state in which they were a resident. This is common when a person has property or assets in multiple states, or if they have recently moved to a new state.

If you need help with the administration of an ancillary estate, then our legal team is ready to help. When working with our law firm, you will have an experienced legal team who have over 80+ years of combined probate and estate planning experience. Our team takes pride in taking the stress off of your shoulders and putting it on ours. We offer free consultations to help you determine what your next steps need to be.

The Ancillary Estate Administration Process In Arizona

To begin the process of ancillary estate administration in Arizona, the personal representative of the decedent's estate must file a petition with the court in the county where the property is located. This petition must include information about the decedent, their assets, and their debts. The personal representative must also provide proof of their appointment, such as a copy of the decedent's will or a letter of appointment from the court in the decedent's state of residence.

Once the petition has been filed, the court will appoint a local personal representative to handle the administration of the estate in Arizona. This person will be responsible for identifying and collecting the decedent's assets in the state, paying any outstanding debts, and distributing the remaining assets to the beneficiaries of the estate.

If the decedent had a will, the local personal representative will follow the instructions in the will to distribute the assets. If there is no will, the personal representative will follow the laws of intestate succession to determine how the assets should be distributed.

The Complexities of Ancillary Estate Administration

Ancillary estate administrations come with some complexities. In some cases, ancillary estate administration in Arizona may require the sale of property to pay debts or distribute assets. If this is necessary, the local personal representative must obtain court approval before proceeding with the sale.

Once the administration of the estate is complete, the local personal representative must file a final accounting with the court and obtain court approval before distributing the remaining assets to the beneficiaries.

Overall, ancillary estate administration in Arizona can be a complex process, and it is important for the personal representative to have a thorough understanding of the laws and requirements in order to properly administer the estate. It is also important to work with an experienced attorney to ensure that the process is handled correctly and efficiently.

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At the Golden Rule Law Group®, our team is dedicated to helping and representing you. You will have an experienced legal team who have over 80+ years of combined probate and estate planning experience. Our team takes pride in taking the stress off of your shoulders and putting it on ours.

Our firm primarily serves the areas of Chandler, Gilbert, Phoenix and other areas around Maricopa County. If you are in need of an experienced probate attorney in Arizona, please contact us today to schedule your free case evaluation.

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