[WSBAPT] Probate Commencement without Original Will

[Nicholas Pleasants]

It has been a few years since I have done this, but my recollection is that you do not file a normal probate petition but file only a Petition for Order to Open Safety Box. See templates at https://www.wa-probate.com/instructions/opening/access-safety-box/ You’ll pay the $240 filing fee and get a probate cause number. You will then file a petition to appoint PR/admit will once you have the original will or decide to proceed a different way.
Best,
Nick

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Date: Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 11:43 AM
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Subject: [WSBAPT] Probate Commencement without Original Will

I have a PC that cannot access the Safe Deposit Box where the original Will of the deceased is located.  We have a copy. Do I file the Probate and indicate the original will be filed once it is retrieved from the Safe Deposit Box?  Just looking for suggestions on the best way to proceed.

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