Summary:
Once a personal representative is appointed, they will also want to publish and serve the Notice to Creditors on known or reasonably ascertainable creditors of the probate estate. This notice must be served on all known creditors and informs unknown creditors that they must file a claim against the probate estate within the shorter of:
1) 2 years from the deceased persons date of death, or
2) 3 months after the first date of publication of the notice.
Statute:
Section 733.2121, Notice to creditors; filing of claims.—
Rule:
Rule 5.241, Florida Probate Rules. Notice to Creditors.—
For a more in-depth look at handling creditors during the probate process, as well as tips, reminders, and notice requirements, see our article: Handling Creditors During the Probate Process.
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