Legal and Financial Protection
What if a creditor files a claim after the deadline?
Short answer
In California probate, creditors must file claims within the later of 4 months after the executor is appointed or 60 days after the creditor receives notice. Claims filed after the deadline are generally barred. The executor can object to late claims. Do…
What this usually means
In California probate, creditors must file claims within the later of 4 months after the executor is appointed or 60 days after the creditor receives notice. Claims filed after the deadline are generally barred. The executor can object to late claims. Do not pay late creditor claims without consulting a probate attorney.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county phone numbers for coroner, vital records, and local offices.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.