Probate Tidbit No. 3 -- Request for Special Notice.

Tidbit No. 3
Has a probate been opened involving a relative or other loved one? If you are not a natural heir or named beneficiary for this person and you wish to receive notices of all of the goings on in the probate proceedings, you can file a Request for Special Notice.

Generally, if you are already named in the Petition for Probate on the last page you may automatically receive all notices, pleadings and other documents involved in the probate proceeding. In this case, filing a Request for Special Notice may be redundant, but it puts the court on notice that you want to monitor the probate proceeding.

You can also have an attorney represent you as a natural heir or beneficiary during a probate proceeding as well to protect your interest. In this case, the attorney may file a Request for Special Notice so that they also get the same notices, pleadings and other documents involved in the probate.

To file a Request for Special Notice, you will need to use this form and follow the directions for filing and service.

For more information, please consult with an attorney who handles probate matters.