What documents do I need to settle a parent's estate? | NC

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Q: What documents do I need to settle a parent's estate? A: In North Carolina, you usually need a certified death certificate, the original will and any codicils if they exist, and court application papers to ask the Clerk of Superior Court to appoint a personal representative. You also need names, addresses, and relationships for heirs or beneficiaries, plus a preliminary list of assets and…