Nebraska probate guide

Probate process in Nebraska

Nebraska adopted the Uniform Probate Code. Probate is filed in the County Court, and the informal-probate filing fee is just $22 — among the lowest in the country. The small-estate affidavit covers personal property of $100,000 or less and real property of $50,000 or less. Nebraska recognizes transfer-on-death deeds under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-3401 et seq. and imposes a state inheritance tax.

Nebraska probate at a glance

Court
County Court (Probate)
Typical timeline
26–52 weeks
Filing fee
$22–$100
Small-estate threshold
$100,000
TOD deed allowed?
Yes
Bond required by default?
No
Statute
Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 30-2201 et seq. (Nebraska Probate Code)

Source: supremecourt.nebraska.gov. Fees and thresholds change — verify with your county court before filing.

How Nebraska probate works, step by step

  1. 1File application for informal probate with the County Court registrar
  2. 2Registrar appoints personal representative and issues letters
  3. 3Mail notice to interested parties; publish creditor notice
  4. 4File inventory and pay debts, Nebraska inheritance tax, and allowances
  5. 5File closing statement and distribute remaining property

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This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county and changes over time. Consult a licensed Nebraska probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.