Probate Process In Nm

Summary

Probate must be opened within 3 years after death. Estates under $50,000 may use a small estate affidavit. For larger estates, formal probate is required. Legal aid may not cover probate, but self-representation is possible with court-provided forms and guides.

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Hi ****, probate can indeed be a complex process. Could you please specify your exact issue or question related to probate and your location? This will help me provide accurate information.
Probate of grandmothers estate NM
Hello ****, here are some key points to consider for probate in New Mexico:
- A probate must be opened within 3 years after the decedent's death.
- If the decedent's estate is valued at less than $*,* and does not include real estate, a small estate affidavit may be used.
- For larger estates, a formal probate process is required.
Please consult with a local probate attorney for more specific advice.
I don't ha e money for attorney
Hello ****, if you can't afford an attorney, there are legal aid services available in New Mexico that can provide free or low-cost legal assistance. You may want to look into New Mexico Legal Aid or Law Access New Mexico.
I have contacted legal aid they don't cover probate
I understand your situation, ****. In New Mexico, you can potentially handle probate on your own if the estate is not too complex. The New Mexico courts also provide probate forms and guides on their website.