Delaware estate planning and probate

Use this page to organize questions and identify the rules you need to confirm for Delaware. This page is an educational starting point, not a verified summary of Delaware law.

Start with your situation

Planning ahead

Review wills, trusts and incapacity documents.

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Someone passed away

Follow a practical first-steps checklist.

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Handling probate

Understand common executor and probate tasks.

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What to verify in Delaware

Which court handles estates and how to locate its official website
Requirements for signing wills and other planning documents
Probate filing and small-estate eligibility
Who may serve as personal representative
Creditor notices, deadlines, fees, and required forms
Inheritance and estate-related taxes, if applicable

For authoritative information, start with the relevant state judiciary, statutes, and local probate court. We are preparing verified state-by-state research and will add official links and review dates as they are confirmed.