How Do I Respond to My Spouse's Children's Court Petition? | NC

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Q: How can I respond if my spouse's children sent me a court petition after a death? A: First, find out exactly what kind of probate case the papers started and check the summons for the response deadline. In many estate cases, the deadline is twenty days after you were served. The safest step is usually to file a clear written response or objection with the clerk handling the estate, saying…