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A will does not need to be notarized in Alaska. However, it must be signed by the testator and witnessed by at least two individuals who are both present when the testator signs the will.

Yes, you must give the original Will to the probate court unless the person who died already gave his or her original Will to the probate court for safekeeping. The Will becomes a permanent part of the court file. It can sometimes be hard to find the original Will made by the person who died.

Alaska's ?small estate? threshold is: The estate value (after debts owed are paid) is less than $50,000 in personal property and $100,000 in vehicles.

You'll have to bring it within the statute of limitations period for your particular case. For example, the Alaska statute of limitations is three years for contracts and two years for personal injury and personal property damage cases. If you don't file within the proper period, you lose your right to sue.

There is no limit to when you can file a will with probate court after the deceased passes in Alaska. However, when you file may determine which probate process you can take. You need to file within the three years after the deceased's passing to qualify for informal probate.

How do I get a copy of a will in Alaska? You can also contact the Superior Court for assistance in searching CourtView and ordering a copy of the will should you find a court case relating to your fathers will or estate. Contact information for the Superior Court in Juneau is published in the court directory.