Carlson said probate is the legal process of sorting out an estate after a person passes away. He said it can mean a court making decisions for you, and it can take a lot of time and money.

Each state’s probate court can provide detailed information regarding specific timelines and requirements.” But your problems are bigger than just delays.

The relationship, deemed a conflict of interest, potentially affects 862 cases Rutkowski oversaw. The Probate Court is notifying involved litigants, offering resources for legal review.