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Can an estate move forward if one sibling won't respond? | NC
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Q: Can the estate still move forward if one sibling is not responding? A: Yes — often it can. A sibling's silence does not automatically stop probate. The main question is whether that sibling's signature is actually required for the specific step, especially the appointment of the personal representative. In many cases, the court can move forward based on legal priority, proper notice, and the…