Can creditors file claims against an estate?

Yes, creditors can file claims against an estate in the state of New Hampshire. This type of action falls under probate law, which is the legal process of settling an estate after a person dies. The court sets a certain timeline during which creditors can file a claim against the deceased’s estate. In New Hampshire, creditors have four months after the will is admitted to probate court to file a claim. If a creditor is not aware that there is an estate in New Hampshire, they can still file a claim against the estate. The only difference is that their claim falls into a different category and they will have a longer period of time to file. It is important to remember that creditors can only file a claim against the estate until the estate is closed. If a creditor files a claim after the estate has been closed, the claim will not be accepted by the court. Payment of these claims is also handled differently than other payments to creditors. Probate law dictates that creditors must be paid with estate assets, meaning that there could be a delay in payment since funds must first be gathered from the estate. As well, these claims will only be paid after all other creditors are paid in order of priority. If you are a creditor of a New Hampshire estate, it is important to do your own research and consult with a legal professional to properly file a claim and understand the timeline and process.

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