PR-1810 Guidance: Domiciliary Letters (Wisconsin)

When dealing with the estate of a deceased person, the PR-1810 Domiciliary Letters form is a critical document in the probate process, particularly for those taking on the role of personal representative. This form is used when formal or informal administration of an estate is necessary to gain the legal authority to manage the decedent's estate and affairs. - **Before completing PR-1810,** you may need to file the **Application for Informal Administration** or the **Petition for Formal Administration**, depending on the complexity of the estate. - The need for domiciliary letters is typically triggered after the court has reviewed and accepted the initial application or petition, confirming that the nominated personal representative is suitable. - Simply put, if you're stepping into the shoes of managing an estate following someone's death, domiciliary letters formalize your authority. Once granted, these letters serve as official confirmation that you are permitted to handle the decedent's estate, ensuring compliance with legal obligations and facilitating the transfer of assets in accordance with the decedent's will, or under intestacy laws if there is no will. You are responsible for tasks such as paying debts, filing taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries.