Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Texas
time requirement for probate
I would like to know the maximum time period allowed by the State of Texas for a will to be probated and settled.
Asked on 7/08/01, 2:20 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Stephanie T. Shipp
Shipplaw
Re: time requirement for probate
A will must be probated within 4 years.
Stephanie T. Shipp
Attorney At Law
Answered on 7/09/01, 6:01 pm
Re: time requirement for probate
Typically, a will must be probated within four years from the date of death. There may be an exception if you are using the will to demonstrate title to property only (i.e. you don't want an administration) but, you have to show a reason that it wasn't probated within the four years, such as fraud, or something of the sort.
Answered on 7/10/01, 12:28 am
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