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What Should You Do When Someone Dies in Kendall County, Texas?

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Probate filings for Kendall County go through the County Clerk (Probate Division) at 201 E. San Antonio Avenue, Suite 127, Boerne, TX 78006. Main phone: 830-249-9343. Court hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (closed 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM for lunch).

Kendall County requires e-filing for probate matters. Exceptions include Original wills (must be filed in person within 3 days). E-filing mandatory for attorneys through eFileTexas. Original wills must be filed with the clerk within 3 days of electronic application.

Probate docket begins at 10:00 AM; in-person hearings required: As of April 1, 2023, probate hearings are held in person. Contact County Clerk to be added to docket. Proper courtroom attire required (no shorts, tank tops, hats).

Texas allows small estate procedures for estates under $75,000. The waiting period is 30 days.

Immediate priorities include obtaining certified death certificates (10-15 copies are typically needed), locating estate planning documents, securing property and assets, notifying financial institutions, and determining whether probate is required.

In Texas, the estate inventory must be filed within 90 days of the executor's appointment. Professional appraisal is required for certain assets.

How Do I Settle an Estate in Kendall County, Texas?

When settling an estate in Kendall County, the process depends on how assets were titled. If probate is required, you'll file with the County Clerk (Probate Division).

Probate filings for Kendall County go through the County Clerk (Probate Division) at 201 E. San Antonio Avenue, Suite 127, Boerne, TX 78006. Phone: 830-249-9343.

Kendall County requires e-filing for probate proceedings. E-filing mandatory for attorneys through eFileTexas. Original wills must be filed with the clerk within 3 days of electronic application.

Kendall County doesn't have a dedicated probate self-help center, so confirm forms, copies, and appointment requirements with the court clerk.

Probate docket begins at 10:00 AM; in-person hearings required: As of April 1, 2023, probate hearings are held in person. Contact County Clerk to be added to docket. Proper courtroom attire required (no shorts, tank tops, hats).

For smaller estates under $75,000, Texas offers simplified procedures that can avoid formal probate.

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