Utah Informal Probate Attorney Services | Cutler | Riley Law

Comprehensive Informal Probate Assistance in Utah:

  • Complete Probate Court Process for $2,000: Ensure a seamless journey through Utah's informal probate process with our all-inclusive service. When all parties are in consensus, our flat fee encompasses every court filing document from initiation to conclusion. Moreover, we offer consistent guidance and expert legal advice on estate administration at each step of the way.

  • Publishing Notice to Creditors: Starting at just $200, we facilitate the crucial step of notifying creditors, ensuring compliance with Utah probate laws.

  • Personal Representative Deeds: For only $300, we help prepare and records deeds that allow the appointed personal representative to sell or transfer real estate properties in Utah.

Specialized Probate Legal Consulting

  • $350/hour: For those already appointed the personal representative or executor of an estate, we can help you navigate the complexities of estate management in Utah with confidence. Engage with our seasoned probate specialists for tailored legal advice and solutions.

Note: The above prices exclude applicable court and newspaper publishing fees. They represent estimates; for specific cases, please reach out to us for confirmation.

Utah Informal Probate Process Explained | Cutler | Riley Law

The passing of a loved one is a difficult time. Amidst the grief, navigating the legal maze can seem daunting. Let Cutler | Riley Law simplify the Utah probate process for you, ensuring a compassionate and efficient journey.

Step-by-Step Guide to Utah's Informal Probate Process:

1 - Determine Eligibility for Informal Probate

Informal probate is ideal when:

  • There's no dispute among heirs about the personal representative’s nomination.

  • All involved parties agree on how the estate should be distributed.

2 - File Necessary Paperwork

Once all of the heirs have agreed in writing to the appointment of the personal representative, initiate the informal probate by submitting essential documents, which typically encompass the will, a death certificate, and applications to appoint a personal representative.

3 - Notify Interested Parties & Creditors

Once filed, it becomes pivotal to inform all concerned parties and creditors of the probate. This ensures they are updated and have an opportunity to place any claims against the estate.

4 - Personal Representative's Responsibilities

After their appointment, the personal representative has crucial tasks:

  • Inventory the Estate: List out all the assets within the estate.

  • Settle Debts & Pay Taxes: Address any outstanding debts with creditors and ensure all pending taxes are paid.

  • Wait for Creditor Claims: There is a specified period during which creditors can file claims against the estate. Only post this duration, can the distribution proceed.

5 - Distribute the Estate

With all claims resolved and the necessary waiting periods observed, the representative can then allocate the estate assets as per the will's stipulations or, in the absence of a will, according to Utah's intestate laws.

6 - Close the Probate

After ensuring all assets are dispensed with and claims addressed, the concluding act is to formally submit a statement to close the probate. This ratifies that all responsibilities are fulfilled, and the estate is settled.

Utah's informal probate process, with its efficient, court-hearing-free approach, is favored for non-contentious cases. However, it's imperative to meticulously adhere to each step to meet legal stipulations.

For an uncomplicated and thorough probate experience in Utah, rely on Cutler | Riley Law to illuminate the way.