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Small estates
A Guide for executors seeking confirmation
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- What is "Confirmation" ?
- Small estates - financial limits
- Making an appointment with the Sheriff Clerk's staff and obtaining preliminary advice
- Who should attend ?
- What should you bring ?
- Details of the estate
- Attending for interview
- Bond of Caution
- Court fees
- Issue of Confirmation
- Liability
- If you want to know more about obtaining Confirmation
- Checklist for applicants
- Sheriff Court telephone numbers
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