Filing Fees

Beaver County, Pennsylvania

Fee Type	Amount
Petition for Probate	—

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REV-1313 — Application for Refund of PA Inheritance Tax (Rev-1313) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

FORM-59 — Form 59 (opens in a new window)countyDownload

Guardian of the Estate Annual Report (opens in a new window)countyDownload

Guardian of the Person Annual Report (opens in a new window)countyDownload

Important Notice: Citation with Notice (Pa. O.C. Rule 14.5) - (G01) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

New Guardianship MemocountyDownload

OC06 — Notice of Charitable Gift (In Accordance with Pa. O.C. Rule 4.4) - (OC06) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

OC01 — Petition for Adjudication - Decedent's Estate - (OC01) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

OC03 — Petition for Adjudication - Guardianship of Incapacitated Person - (OC03) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

OC04 — Petition for Adjudication - Guardianship of Minor - (OC04) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

OC05 — Petition for Adjudication - Principal's Estate (Under Power of Attorney) - (OC05) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

OC02 — Petition for Adjudication - Trust Estate - (OC02) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

RW02 — Petition for Grant of Letters (RW02) (opens in a new window)countyDownload

1041 — Accumulation Distribution for Certain Complex TrustsfederalDownload

1041-T — Allocation of Estimated Tax Payments to BeneficiariesfederalDownload

1041 — Alternative Minimum Tax — Estates and TrustsfederalDownload

Application For Burial BenefitsfederalDownload

SSA-4 — Application for Child's Insurance BenefitsfederalDownload

SF 2800 — Application for Death Benefits (CSRS)federalDownload

SF 3104 — Application for Death Benefits (FERS)federalDownload

Application For DIC, Survivors Pension And/Or Accrued BenefitsfederalDownload

SS-4 — Application for Employer Identification NumberfederalDownload

706 — Application for Extension of Time To File a Return and/or Pay U.S. Estate TaxesfederalDownload

SSA-10 — Application for Widow's or Widower's Insurance BenefitsfederalDownload

1041 — Beneficiary's Share of Income, Deductions, Credits, etc.federalDownload

1041 — Capital Gains and Losses (Estates and Trusts)federalDownload

706-CE — Certification of Payment of Foreign Death TaxfederalDownload

FE6 — Claim for Death Benefits (FEGLI)federalDownload

VA40-1330 — Claim For Standard Government Headstone Or MarkerfederalDownload

SF 2818 — Continuation of Life Insurance Coverage as AnnuitantfederalDownload

FE7 — Designation Of Beneficiary (FEGLI)federalDownload

SF 2823 — Designation Of Beneficiary Federal Employees' Group Life InsurancefederalDownload

FS 5336 — Disposition of Treasury Securities Belonging to a Decedent's Estate Being Settled Without AdministrationfederalDownload

8855 — Election To Treat a Qualified Revocable Trust as Part of an EstatefederalDownload

1041 — Estimated Income Tax for Estates and TrustsfederalDownload

706 — Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax (Form 706)federalDownload

706-GS — Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Return for DistributionsfederalDownload

706-GS — Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Return for TerminationsfederalDownload

8971 — Information Regarding Beneficiaries Acquiring Property From a DecedentfederalDownload

56 — Notice Concerning Fiduciary RelationshipfederalDownload

706-GS — Notification of Distribution From a Generation-Skipping TrustfederalDownload

1041-V — Payment Voucher (Estate or Trust)federalDownload

I-360 — Petition For Amerasian, Widow(er), Or Special ImmigrantfederalDownload

2848 — Power of Attorney and Declaration of RepresentativefederalDownload

FS 1455 — Request By Owner or Person Entitled to Payment for Reissue of United States Savings BondsfederalDownload

706 HAS — Request for Discharge From Personal Liability Under IRC 2204 or 6905federalDownload

4810 — Request For Prompt Assessment Under Internal Revenue Code Section 6501(d)federalDownload

FS 1522 — Special Form of Request for Payment of United States Savings and Retirement SecuritiesfederalDownload

SSA-721 — Statement of Death by Funeral DirectorfederalDownload

1310 — Statement of Person Claiming Refund Due a Deceased TaxpayerfederalDownload

706-NA — U.S. Estate Tax Return for Nonresident Not a Citizen of the U.S.federalDownload

706-QDT — U.S. Estate Tax Return for Qualified Domestic TrustsfederalDownload

1041 U — U.S. Income Tax Return for Estates and TrustsfederalDownload

1041-A — U.S. Information Return Trust Accumulation of Charitable AmountsfederalDownload

706-A — United States Additional Estate Tax ReturnfederalDownload

706 UNITED — United States Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax ReturnfederalDownload

709 — United States Gift (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax ReturnfederalDownload

[PETITION FOR PROBATE AND GRANT OF LETTERSJudicial System of PennsylvaniastateDownload

2.4 — DECEDENT'S ESTATEJudicial System of PennsylvaniastateDownload

Grants System AdministratorstateDownload

Guardianship Bench BookstateDownload

Probate Guide

Probate in Beaver County, Pennsylvania

The Beaver County Orphans' Court handles all matters related to the estates of deceased persons, including the validation of wills, appointment of executors and administrators, and the supervised distribution of assets. If you need to file for probate in Beaver County, PA, this guide covers what you need to know.

What Is Probate?

Probate is the legal process of settling a deceased person's estate. It involves validating the will (if one exists), identifying and inventorying assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing remaining property to heirs and beneficiaries. In Pennsylvania, the orphans' court in each county oversees this process.

When Is Probate Required in Pennsylvania?

Probate is generally required when:

The deceased owned real estate solely in their name
The estate contains assets above Pennsylvania's small estate threshold
There are disputes among heirs or creditors
Assets are not held in a trust or joint tenancy

Steps to File for Probate in Beaver County

Locate the will (if one exists) and gather the death certificate
File a petition with the Beaver County Orphans' Court to open probate
Notify heirs and creditors as required by Pennsylvania law
Inventory the estate — identify all assets, debts, and liabilities
Pay debts and taxes — settle outstanding obligations from estate funds
Distribute remaining assets — according to the will or state intestacy laws
Close the estate — file a final accounting with the court

How Long Does Probate Take?

In Pennsylvania, probate typically takes 6 to 18 months depending on the complexity of the estate. Simple estates with no disputes may be resolved faster, while contested wills or complex asset distributions can take longer.

Do You Need a Probate Attorney?

While Pennsylvania does not always require an attorney for probate, it is strongly recommended, especially for estates with significant assets, real estate, business interests, or potential disputes. A local probate attorney familiar with Beaver County Orphans' Court procedures can help navigate the process efficiently.

Resources

For more information about the probate process, visit the Beaver County Orphans' Court directly or consult with a local probate attorney. You can also explore tools like EverSettled for step-by-step estate settlement guidance.

Additional Notes

The Beaver County Register of Wills acts as the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans Court. The Court of Common Pleas of Beaver County is a trial court of general jurisdiction resolving controversies involving a wide variety of cases. The Register of Wills preserves and makes available historical birth and death certificates from 1893 to 1906. Probate records in Beaver County are public records that are available to interested persons except when they are made exempt by a court order.

Office Hours

Monday-Friday8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

FAQ

Where do I file for probate in Beaver County, PA?

Probate petitions for estates in Beaver County are filed at the Beaver County Orphans' Court. Contact the court directly for filing instructions and office hours.

How much does probate cost in Beaver County?

Probate filing fees in Beaver County, Pennsylvania vary based on the estate value and type of petition. Contact the orphans' court clerk for the current fee schedule.

How long does probate take in Pennsylvania?

Probate in Pennsylvania typically takes 6 to 18 months. Timeline depends on estate complexity, creditor claims, and whether the will is contested.

Can I avoid probate?

Assets held in trusts, joint tenancy, or with designated beneficiaries (like life insurance and retirement accounts) can pass outside of probate. Consult with an estate planning attorney for strategies specific to your situation.

Do I need a lawyer for probate in Beaver County?

While not always legally required in Pennsylvania, a probate attorney is recommended for most estates, especially those involving real estate, business interests, or potential disputes among heirs.

What happens if someone dies without a will?

When someone dies intestate (without a will) in Pennsylvania, their assets are distributed according to state intestacy laws. The Beaver County Orphans' Court will appoint an administrator to manage the estate.

Probate Attorneys

Closest to this court, Pennsylvania

Jeffrey (JT) Getty

Callan Family Office

Sewickley · 12 mi

Raymond (Ray) Parker

Williams Coulson

Pittsburgh · 24 mi

Edward (Ed) Wojnaroski

Williams Coulson

Pittsburgh · 24 mi

General Trust & EstateTax Controversies+1

John Houston

c/o Houston Harbaugh, P.C.

Pittsburgh · 24 mi

Mario Santilli

Dentons US LLP

Pittsburgh · 24 mi

Fiduciary Income Tax PlanningFiduciary Litigation+3

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