[WSBAPT] Access bank account of decedent with no EIN/ITIN

[Michael Geoghegan]

Hi all,
I opened probate for a decedent who has no EIN and no ITIN. Decedent has money in a bank account.  I mistakenly thought it was impossible to open a bank account without showing an SSN or ITIN.

Has anyone navigated this situation before?  The PR is USC.

Has anyone received an EIN Letter without showing an SSN for decedent?
Will the court grant an order to compel distribution to the PR personally?

-Michael


Michael Geoghegan, Attorney
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