Sample Letter for Closure of Estate — Request for Petition Signature in District of Columbia [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Personal Representative's Name] [Personal Representative's Address] [City, State, ZIP] Subject: Request for Petition Signature for Closure of Estate Dear [Personal Representative's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to request your signature on the Petition for Closure of Estate for the [Decedent's Full Name]. As the designated Personal Representative, your endorsement is crucial to facilitate the finalization process of the estate in the District of Columbia. As you are aware, the probate proceedings have been successfully concluded, and all necessary steps have been taken to administer the estate of the late [Decedent's Full Name]. This Petition for Closure of Estate is the final legal requirement needed to officially close the estate and distribute the assets to the rightful beneficiaries or legatees. Below are the key details regarding the estate: 1. Decedent's Full Name: [Provide the full name of the deceased individual] 2. Date of Death: [Specify the date when the decedent passed away] 3. Case Number: [Mention the assigned case number by the probate court] 4. Personal Representative: [Provide the personal representative's full name] To proceed with the closure of the estate, it is imperative to gather the signatures of all parties involved, including the Personal Representative and the beneficiaries or legatees named in the will. Kindly review the attached copies of the Petition for Closure of Estate, which contains all the necessary details related to the distribution of assets and the final settlement. I kindly request you to carefully review the provided documents and, if everything is in order, sign the relevant sections marked for your endorsement. Please do so before [date], as per the deadline set by the District of Columbia probate court. Once you have signed the document, please return it to my attention at the address mentioned above or via email. If you have any questions or require further clarification regarding the closure process or the included documents, please do not hesitate to contact me. I will be more than happy to assist you. I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter, as it will ensure the timely closure of the estate and the efficient distribution of assets to the beneficiaries or legatees. Thank you for your cooperation and support throughout the probate proceedings. Your signature will greatly contribute to concluding this process smoothly. Yours sincerely, [Your Name]