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The Fifteenth Judicial Circuit is implementing a new procedure for probate and guardianship cases. Per A.O. 6.201-3/22, effective March 23, 2022, checklists are now required to be filled out and e-filed with the following petitions:
- Petition for Summary Administration of Testate Estate
- Petition for Formal Administration of Testate Estate
- Petition for Formal Administration of Intestate Estate
- Petition for Summary Ancillary Administration
- Petition for Summary Administration of Intestate Estate
- Petition for Formal Ancillary Administration
- Petition to Sell Real Property
- Petition for Appointment of Guardian
- Petition to Determine Homestead
- Petition for Discharge
We believe the establishment of uniform procedures for the filing of petitions in the probate and guardianship divisions of the court will facilitate the efficient and timely review, processing and resolution of matters brought before the court. Our hope is that the utilization of checklists to aid attorneys will ensure compliance with statutory filing requirements and reduce the processing time of petitions.
Please note that after March 23, 2022, any petitions filed without the checklist, will be rejected with leave to refile. The approved checklists can be found on our website at: