Del. R. Ch. Ct. 191

As amended through May 31, 2024
Rule 191 - Presentation of Claims Against an Estate to the Register of Wills

A person having a claim against an estate who wants to file such claim with the Register of Wills pursuant to 12 Del. C. { 2104 (1) shall file a written Statement of Claim with the Register of Wills which shall include the following information and documentation:
1. Name of deceased.
2. The name and address of the claimant.
3. The amount of the claim.
4. Statement as to the basis of the claim.
5. A copy of any written obligation signed by decedent, if available.
6. A statement as to whether the debt is due or not yet due. If the debt is not yet due, the date when the debt is due shall be stated.
7. A statement as to whether the claim is contingent or unliquidated. If the claim is contingent or unliquidated, the nature of the uncertainty shall be stated.
8. A statement as to whether the claim is secured or unsecured. If the claim is secured, the security shall be described.
9. A statement that the claim is being filed within the time limitation of 12 Del. C. { 2102.

Del. R. Ch. Ct. 191