Obtaining Letters Of Testamentary

Summary

To obtain Letters of Testamentary in Kentucky, file the will with the probate court, submit a petition, and attend a court hearing. Once issued, notify heirs, inventory assets, pay debts, and distribute assets as per the will.

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My mom passed away last November and she left a will. In her will sh states that her house is bequeathed to her middle grandchild. She states also that the house is for Her other two grandchildren to have a place to stay if they need a place to stay. The will is valid and her middle grandchild has been made the executrix of the estate. How does she get the letters of testamentary and what steps should be taken afterwards
Hey Audrea! To get the Letters of Testamentary in Kentucky, here are the steps:
*. File the Will: File the will with the probate court in the county where your mom lived.
*. Submit a Petition: The executrix (middle grandchild) needs to submit a petition to the probate court requesting to be appointed as the executrix.
*. Court Hearing: Attend the court hearing where the judge will review the will and the petition.
*. Issuance of Letters of Testamentary: If everything is in order, the court will issue the Letters of Testamentary.
After obtaining the Letters of Testamentary, the executrix should:
- Notify Heirs: Notify all beneficiaries and heirs.
- Inventory Assets: Conduct an inventory of the estate's assets.
- Pay Debts and Taxes: Settle any debts and taxes owed by the estate.
- Distribute Assets: Distribute the remaining assets according to the will.
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