This varies by location (partly because court filing fees vary), by lawyer (experience varies) and by the type of probate. You may be able to file an Affidavit of Small Estate or you may need to file an Application to Determine Heirship and Issue Letters of Independent Administration. Take the facts of the situation (property, dollar amounts, family members) to a local probate lawyer for an estimate in your area.
This is general information. It cannot substitute for a personal consultation with an attorney. It is not intended to be legal advice or imply an attorney-client relationship.
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