Formal v. Summary Administration

In the world of Probate Law, knowing the difference between Formal Administration and Summary Administration, and which to select given the particular facts of the case, can ease the complexity of managing the estate of the deceased.

The temptation is to select Summary Administration when available because it's generally a shorter process but, depending on the facts, certain aspects of Summary Administration can make the process more complex and more costly. When dealing with the recent death of a loved one, the last thing you want to worry about is a prolonged court case and more expenses.

Click here to learn the prominent differences between Formal Administration and Summary Administration.