Deadlines are calculated from federal defaults and commonly-cited state averages. Always verify with a licensed estate attorney in your state. Rows marked "varies by state" reflect jurisdictions with different windows.
Enter the date of death and state above to calculate your statutory deadlines.
Notice to Probate
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File with probate court after will admission. Most states require within 14 days post-admission; court typically opens within 2-4 weeks of death.
varies by state — some states allow 30-60 days
Estate Inventory Due
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Complete inventory of all estate assets filed with probate court. Typically 90 days post-appointment as executor.
varies by state — California: 4 months; some states: 60 days
Creditor Claim Window Closes
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Creditors must file claims against the estate by this date. Federal default is 6 months from date of death.
varies by state — some states: 4 months; Florida: 3 months from notice publication
Federal Estate Tax (Form 706)
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IRS Form 706 due 9 months after date of death (if estate exceeds federal exemption — $13.61M in 2024). Extension available for additional 6 months.
only required if gross estate + prior taxable gifts exceeds federal exemption threshold