700-00002E Guidance: List of Interested Persons (Vermont)

The 700-00002E List of Interested Persons form is a crucial document in the probate process, specifically when dealing with the distribution of an estate. This form is typically needed once a probate case has been initiated to inform the court of all parties who have a potential interest in the decedent's estate. Here's when you might need to use this form: - After the filing of a Petition to Open Probate, which formally begins the probate proceedings. - Following the appointment of an Executor or Administrator of the estate, as they are typically responsible for completing and submitting this form. - If disputes arise regarding the will's interpretation, or when clarifying who might contest the will or have claims against the estate. Before completing the List of Interested Persons form, it's common to first file a Death Certificate and a Petition for Probate. These documents establish the legal foundation for the probate proceedings and set the stage for identifying all interested parties. This form is needed to ensure that all potential heirs, beneficiaries, and any other parties with a legal interest are notified about the proceedings, which helps to prevent future disputes over the estate's distribution.