Probate Final Accounting Approval

Summary

In Ohio probate, after submitting the final accounting, a court hearing is scheduled to review and approve it. This ensures all financial matters are properly managed. Once approved, the fiduciary can distribute assets to beneficiaries and file a petition for discharge to be released from their duties.

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I turned in my final accounting to be approved. What doctor mean to have a court day for just the fiduciary?
It sounds like the court has scheduled a hearing specifically for the fiduciary (the person managing the estate) to review and approve the final accounting. This is a common step to ensure all financial matters have been handled properly.
Is there anything specific you want to know about this hearing process?
So it’s just to approve the account
It sounds like you have submitted the final accounting for a probate case, and the court has scheduled a hearing to review and approve it.
- This hearing is typically to ensure that all financial matters related to the estate have been handled appropriately.
- The fiduciary (executor or administrator) must demonstrate that all debts and taxes have been paid and the remaining assets are ready for distribution.
Is there any specific question you have about this upcoming hearing?
After approval, can I write the beneficiary there checks and then ask to be discharged
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Yes, once the court approves the final accounting, you can distribute the remaining assets to the beneficiaries. After distribution, you can file a petition for discharge to be released from your duties as fiduciary.
Would you like information on how to file the petition for discharge?
Thank you
It sounds like you're near the final steps of the probate process. Yes, after the court approves your final accounting, you can distribute the assets to the beneficiaries and then file for discharge. Here are the steps:
- Distribute assets to beneficiaries.
- File a petition for discharge with the probate court.
- Attend any final hearing if required.
Would you need more information on how to file the petition for discharge?