File a voluntary administration for an estate
Find out how to file a voluntary administration for an estate and what forms you'll need.
Contact
Probate and Family Court locations
The Details
What you need
Voluntary administration is a simplified probate procedure for an estate with minimal assets and no real estate. To complete this process, you'll need to file:
- Voluntary Administration Statement (MPC 170)
- A certified copy of the death certificate
- The original will, if any
You may also need to file:
- Affidavit as to cause of death (MPC 475) or domicile (MPC 485)
You'll also need to file the following fees. The filing fee includes one attested copy of the Voluntary Administration Statement issued by the Register of Probate.
Fees
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Voluntary administration statement filing fee | $100 | each |
| Voluntary administration filing surcharge fee | $15 | each |
How to file
Once you have the required forms, you should file them at the Probate and Family Court in the county where the decedent lived at the time of death.
Downloads
Open PDF file, 985.87 KB, for
Cause of Death Affidavit (MPC 475)
(PDF 985.87 KB)
Open PDF file, 963.51 KB, for
Affidavit of Domicile (MPC 485)
(PDF 963.51 KB)