How does Tennessee handle small estate probate? – Patterson Bray PLLC

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If an individual dies with assets in their sole name or payable to their estate that are equal to or less than 50,000, then a small estate may be proper administration. Small estate administrations are initiated in the county where the individual resided at the time of their death by filing a petition for small estate administration or sometimes referred to as small estate affidavit with the court clerk. It’s important to note that small estate affidavit cannot be filed until after the expiration of 45 days from the

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individual’s date of death. When filing small estate affidavit, bond is typically required that is equal to the value of the probate assets being administered. You can file a small estate affidavit without having attorney, but it is recommended that you consult an attorney prior to make sure that you’re conforming to the procedural requirements for a small estate administration.