Types of Probate in Nevada

Nevada has four types of probate. 

For estates under $25,000 and that do not include real estate, an Affidavit of Entitlement can be used to transfer estate assets. The affidavit requires the claimant to make certain promises under penalty of perjury, to provide notice of the affidavit to certain people, and to distribute the funds and property to the rightful heirs. If the deceased was your spouse, you can use an affidavit for amounts greater than $25,000, but this should be done with the help of an attorney. 

For estates between $25,000 and $100,000, a probate called a Set Aside can be used. This is discussed in more detail below. 

For estates between $100,000 and $300,000, a Summary Administration probate is required. If these are uncontested and there is no real estate to sell, these cases can be completed in as little as five to six months. 

For estates over $300,000, a General Administration probate is required. These cases can be completed in as little as seven to nine months if there is no real estate to sell.