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05/07/2015

Probate Judge Hosts Outreach Event on Friday, May 8

 The Santa Fe County Probate Judge Shannon Bulman will host a Community Outreach Event titled Everything you will ever need to know about probate on Friday, May 8, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. at the Eldorado Senior Center, 16 Avenida Torreon.

Probate is a legal process that takes place after someone passes away. Judge Bulman will help the citizens of Santa Fe County better understand the probate process, so they can organize their own affairs or carry out the duties of administering the estates of loved ones.

Topics of Discussion:
• Ways to avoid probate
• When you need to file a probate
• What is involved in filing a probate proceeding?
• Should I file in Probate Court or District Court?
• Do I need an attorney?
• Can I be appointed as Personal Representative?
• What does a Personal Representative need to do?

Judge Bulman was elected to serve as Santa Fe County Probate Judge. She began a four year term on January 1, 2015. She brings 25 years of legal experience to the position.