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You are about to begin: Petition for Administration of Small Estate

Description: When someone dies with $40,000 or less in assets, you may be able to ask (petition) the Court to open a small estate. Use this program to complete a Small Estates Petition.

Last Updated: 3/3/2021

Created By: DC Courts

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