What Is the Difference Between a Dependent and Independent Administration?
During probate administration, either the court handles all the affairs (dependent administration) or assigns them to an estate administrator (independent administration). Get yourself a Bexar County Probate attorney who understands the difference and can help you make changes to get the results you want.
Explanation of each:
- Dependent administration: The court approves every sale and distribution of property and assets, as well as the payment of estate liabilities. Every step of the process is micro-managed.
- Independent administration: The court assigns an administrator to oversee the daily affairs of a decedent’s estate. This individual has the power to make all estate-related decisions and reports back to the court.