What should an executor do first in New Hampshire?

Start by organizing documents and facts: order or locate certified death certificates, secure the will and codicils if any, list assets and bills, save date-of-death records, and write down questions before making legal or distribution decisions.

Is this New Hampshire executor workbook legal advice?

No. It summarizes public sources and practical preparation steps. It does not decide whether probate is required, whether a will is valid, who inherits, whether claims should be paid, or when property can be distributed. If a fact is disputed or unclear, pause and consult a New Hampshire probate attorney or the court.

What should an executor prepare before contacting a bank?

Prepare a certified death certificate, Certificate of Appointment when issued, government-issued photo ID, known institution names, partial account identifiers, and any institution-specific deceased-customer instructions. Ask the bank what it requires before sending documents.

The last to do

Someone you love has died, and now you're the one handling everything.

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This workbook is for the spouse, child, sibling, or friend who's suddenly responsible for closing out an estate. We'll walk you through what to do first, what can wait, and how the pieces fit together — in plain English, in the order they actually come up.

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Your 1st Week as an Executor in New Hampshire