Q: Tennessee resident was killed in an auto accident in Nebraska, can his NOK (son) file a small estate affidavit in TN. ?
assuming the estate qualifies
A:
Probate (of whatever form) is proper where the deceased resided at the time of death. If he was a TN resident, then TN is the place to file whatever paperwork is appropriate. There may also need to be something filed ELSEWHERE too (eg a personal injury lawsuit, or something dealing with out of state real property) but TN is still the place to start. Seek local counsel to help -- even if this is only a 'small estate' situation, you can profit from the guidance, and most attorneys offer limited fee consultations for situations like this,
-- This answer is offered for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney/client relationship.
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