[WSBAPT] probating estates of married persons

[Dewey Weddle]

   Esteemed Colleagues:

 

It is my understanding that it is permissible to file a single probate for a deceased couple if the Wills are the typical "I love you" type (mirror images of each other as far as testamentary provisions are concerned and both name the same alternate PR).  But are there any legal restrictions or practical barriers to doing this?  For example, if the Wills contained different testamentary provisions, or named different alternate PR's, would that not mean two separate probate proceedings?  Or, if one spouse died intestate and the surviving spouse then executed a Will before passing away, is it possible for the PR named in the Will to also be named as the Administrator of the intestate spouse?  My intuition tells me the latter would not be a problem, but I hate to rely solely on my intuition.

 

I would very much appreciate any guidance on this.  

 

As always, best regards to all,

 

Dewey

 

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