Can I hire a lawyer or other professionals to help me administer the estate?

Yes. You can use attorneys, accountants, investment advisors or other professionals to help assist in estate administration. The fees of these professionals are subject to review of the Court, and if reasonable, can be paid from the estate. Even if you hire experts, as personal representative, you are still responsible for the estate’s administration.

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1. What are the filing fees?
2. When is it necessary to open an estate for a decedent?
3. What are the different types of estates?
4. How is a personal representative appointed?
5. What are the duties of a personal representative?
6. When may a personal representative be removed?
7. Do I have to serve as personal representative if I am nominated in the decedent's will?
8. Can I receive payment for serving as personal representative?
9. Can I hire a lawyer or other professionals to help me administer the estate?
10. Do I need an attorney?