What forms do I need to file to probate my mother's will?
My mother died recently and left a simple will designating me as the executor. She lived and died in Oklahoma, but I live in Texas. The will states that her heirs will share the assets equally. There will be no family conflicts--we are reasonable people. The value of her assets may qualify for a "express" version of probate, but I don't yet have a complete appraisal. We plan to sell the real estate.
Am I required to have a lawyer? If not, what do I need to send the court for the initial contact in addition to the petition for probate of the will? Death certificate? Copy of the will? Do I have to go in person for this first step or can it be Fed-Exed?
Am I required to have a lawyer? If not, what do I need to send the court for the initial contact in addition to the petition for probate of the will? Death certificate? Copy of the will? Do I have to go in person for this first step or can it be Fed-Exed?