Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey
What is the time frame required to probate a will in NJ
Asked on 2/13/12, 3:34 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Walter LeVine
Walter D. LeVine, Esq.
Cannot be done within 10 days of date of death. There is no time limitation thereafter.
Answered on 2/13/12, 8:07 pm
Bernard J. Berkowitz
Berkowitz & Raiken
Ten days after someone dies until whenever. However, the Estate and Inheritance tax returns need to be filed within 9 months of death so whatever property is in the Estate can be transferred or disposed of.
Answered on 2/14/12, 7:22 am