What is a grant of probate?

A grant of probate is a legal document issued by the court in Minnesota that confirms the authority of the executor (also called the personal representative) to manage the estate of the deceased person. In Minnesota, probate is the legal process of establishing the validity of the will, proving the identity of the heirs, and authorizing the executor to distribute the estate as specified by the will. The executor needs a grant of probate in order to access the deceased’s assets and distribute them to the rightful heirs. The executor is typically responsible for identifying and gathering the assets of the deceased, paying any outstanding debts, and filing the appropriate tax forms. In addition to the grant of probate, the executor may also need to secure other documents, such as Letters of Testamentary or Letters of Administration. A grant of probate is issued by the court after all the assets of the deceased have been identified and accounted for and the will has been established as valid. The court also evaluates any challenges or objections to the will presented by any interested parties and determines the validity of the will. Once the will is accepted and the grant of probate is issued, the executor is authorized to take appropriate actions to manage the estate and distribute it according to the instructions of the will.

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