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Is there an AZ state law that I MUST file my dad's will in AZ courts if there is nothing to probate?
Asked on May 30th, 2021 on Wills and Probate - Arizona
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My dad died in Arizona with a will, however, there are no assets to probate. All assets have beneficiaries or joint owners. Is it against state law to NOT file the will with the courts anyway?
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Most lawyers would advise you not to probate a Will if there are no assets or debts. The purpose of probate is to prove that the Will is the Will of the person who died, show what the person owned, pay his debts and distribute the rest according to the Will.
Answered on May 31st, 2021 at 5:07 AM
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