Hawaii Sample Letter for Creditor Notification of Estate Opening [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, Zip Code] Re: Notification of Estate Opening for [Deceased's Full Name], decedent Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to inform you that I have been appointed as the personal representative of the estate of [Deceased's Full Name], who passed away on [Date of Death]. As a creditor of the deceased, I want to notify you of the opening of the estate and the opportunity to claim any outstanding debts owed to you. The purpose of this letter is to provide you with important information regarding the necessary steps to file a claim against the estate. Please review the following details carefully: 1. Estate Information: — Deceased's Full Name: [Deceased's Full Name] — Date of Death: [Date of Death— - Personal Representative: [Your Name] — Personal Representative's Contact Information: [Your Contact Information] 2. Claim Instructions: a. Deadline: Claims against the estate must be filed within four (4) months from the date of the first publication of a notice by the personal representative. b. Documentation: To initiate the claims process, please submit the following documents: — A completed and signed "Proof of Claim" form, which can be obtained from the probate court or our law firm. — Copies of invoices, statements, contracts, or any other relevant documentation supporting the debt owed to you. — Any other supporting documents that can substantiate the validity of your claim. 3. Claims Submission: Please mail or deliver the completed claim form and supporting documents to the following address: [Your Contact Information] [Your Address] [City, State, Zip Code] 4. Contact Information: If you have any questions or require further clarification regarding the claims process or the estate administration, please do not hesitate to contact me at [Your Phone Number] or [Your Email Address]. I am available during regular business hours to assist you. Please note that failure to file a claim within the specified timeframe may result in the claim being time-barred, and you may forfeit your right to collect the outstanding debt from the estate. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I appreciate your cooperation in promptly addressing any outstanding debts related to the estate. I look forward to receiving your claim and working towards a fair resolution. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Role] [Estate of [Deceased's Full Name]]