Will a judge usually grant someone an extension of time in a probate case?
LISA P asked:
Its a guardianship of the estate case. I am supposed to file an accounting before my hearing but I am not sure how to do that. I am going to have to get an attorney to assist me.
Can I go to the hearing and ask the judge for an extension?
What are my chances of him saying NO?
Maxie Mastriano
Its a guardianship of the estate case. I am supposed to file an accounting before my hearing but I am not sure how to do that. I am going to have to get an attorney to assist me.
Can I go to the hearing and ask the judge for an extension?
What are my chances of him saying NO?
Maxie Mastriano
Extension of time is usually granted when there are valid reasons as presented in court.
Check with the Clerk of the Probate Court, as the state in which you live may have actual required forms that must be used. The State of Maryland does.
States like Pennsylvania follow Uniform Court Accounting Rules. If you are interested, I will place a link below, which could help you.
I would suggest you contact the Judge’s secretary prior to the hearing and ask what they require to give you a continuance.
My next suggestion would be to hire an attorney to assist you in the preparation of the accounting.