You may use the forms on this page if the following factors apply to your situation:

  • Someone has died and there is no living spouse, no court-appointed Personal Representative of the Estate (executor), or other person currently authorized or immediately available to make necessary funeral arrangements, AND
  • You want to be appointed "Special Administrator" with authority to make urgent funeral arrangements ONLY, AND
  • You do not want to be appointed "Personal Representative" (commonly known as "executor") of the Estate at this time.

Appointment of Special Administrator for Funeral Arrangements - Forms and Instructions - PBESA1

Or download instructions and forms individually

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Instructions: How to Complete All Forms - pbesa10i

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Procedures: What to do After Completing All Forms - pbesa10p

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Probate Cover Sheet - pb10f

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Application for Emergency Appointment as Special Administrator for Funeral Arrangements - pbesa11f

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Letters of Appointment and Acceptance of Appointment - pbesa17f

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Order for Emergency Appointment of Special Administrator for Funeral Arrangements - pbesa81f

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