[WSBAPT] Claim in probate/ Creditor opening a probate

[Setareh Mahmoodi]

Hello,

PC has a signed and notarized contract from deceased for a large sum
payment due upon death for services provided over the years. It has been a
few months since the date of death and no probate opened. Seems like the
heirs don't get along. Apparently there is a will. There may or may not be
an attorney hired by the PR. According to PC decedent had large sum of
assets.

If a probate is filed the only requirement is to bring a claim under
11.40.070 within four months of publication and should be entitled to
payment if estate is solvent.

How about if a probate is not opened and the named PR refuses to open one
or pay the claim, I know under 11.28.120 a creditor may open a probate. Has
anyone done this before that can give some helpful tips?

Thoughts? Suggestions?

Thanks,

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