Matters for probate court shall be filed with all proper fees and copies at least by 2:00 p.m. two business days prior to the scheduled probate date.

A Last Will and Testament offered for probate, which is not self-proving, will not be accepted unless proof is submitted to the court regarding its due execution. This proof may be in the form of oral testimony before the court or by affidavit. An original will that is self-proving must be filed with the Clerk.

Unless the person seeking appointment as a personal representative is named executor/executrix in a will offered for probate, notice of the hearing of appointment must be given to all heirs-at-law. The notice must be given in writing at least five (5) days prior to the hearing date and filed in the record. In lieu of such notice, the Court will accept a waiver from each heir indicating that he or she desires the person seeking appointment as administrator/administratrix be appointed. A court hearing will not be necessary if the bond is signed by the fiduciary and an oath of fiduciary is filed with the petition.

The personal representative shall be required to make a bond. The amount of this bond shall be estimated value of the personal property of the estate for which the fiduciary is entrusted. Surety will be excused where the will requests the surety not be required or in the discretion of the court when it deemed unnecessary for protection of the estate where there is a waiver of surety executed by all parties.