Probate is the process of proving that the Will is valid (legally acceptable). During probate, the Will must be proved to the satisfaction of the Court.Estate planning goes beyond drafting a will. Use this pre-death checklist to account for your assets and ensure they are dispersed as you wish, A revocable living trust is set up during your lifetime and can be revoked at any time before death. Notify Bank of America. We'll ask you for the deceased customer's full legal name and Social Security number to identify their accounts. Call or visit your local bank branch to find out how to name a POD beneficiary. Click on the link(s) for the forms you'd like to download.