How Do I Handle a Civil Judgment During Probate? | NC

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Q: How do I handle a civil judgment that may involve someone whose estate is being probated? A: First, obtain the complete civil case file and confirm whether the deceased person was the judgment debtor, the judgment creditor, or simply someone with a similar name. Review the judgment, docket entries, payment records, balance, satisfaction records, and any appeals or liens. If the judgment was…