The Probate Timeline
The following is a brief overview of the steps in the probate process and the correlating estimated time frame. No two probate cases are the same. Each probate case is as unique and individual as a fingerprint. What follows below represents a sample timeline. Time frames will vary depending on many factors.
Activities in the Probate Process
Activity | Timeframe |
Prepare and File Petition for Probate. | 1-2 months |
Court hearing on the Petition for Probate | 2-3 months |
Orders for Probate & Letters of Administration/Testamentary issued by the Court. Bond issued, if ordered |
2-4 months (if not contested) |
Notice to Creditors filed | 2-4 months |
Notice to Department of Health Services Inventory & Appraisement | 4-8 months |
State and Federal Taxes are paid, if necessary | 6-12 months |
Reject or Allow Claims of Creditors | 6-12 months |
Possible Preliminary Distributions from Estate | 6-12 months |
Notice to Department of Health Services (if deceased received medical) | 6-12 months |
Notice to Franchise Tax Board (if heir is out of state) | 6-12 months |
Claim of Exemption (if assets transfer to a minor) | 6-15 months |
Receive Final Tax Letter from State and Federal, if appropriate | 6-18 months |
File Petition for Final Distribution and Accounting | 8-16 months |
Hearing on Petition for final Distribution and Accounting | 8-16 months |
Order Approving Final Distribution and Accounting | 8-16 months |
Distribution of Assets to Heirs | 9-17 months |
Final Discharge Order (indicates close of probate case) | 9-18 months |
Final Distribution of Funds | 9-18 months |
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