Montana Sample Letter for Petition to Appoint Administration: [Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Probate Court's Name] [Probate Court's Address] [City, State, ZIP] RE: Petition to Appoint Administration for Estate of [Deceased's Full Name] Dear Honorable [Probate Judge's Full Name], I, [Your Full Name], am I writing this letter to formally petition the Probate Court for the appointment of an administration for the estate of [Deceased's Full Name], pursuant to the Montana Revised Code [relevant statutory reference]. 1. Background Information: a. Full Name of the Deceased: [Deceased's Full Name] b. Date of Death: [Date of Death] c. Last Address of the Deceased: [Last Known Address] d. County of Residence: [County of Residence] e. Nature of the Estate: [Brief overview of the assets, liabilities, and value of the estate, if known] 2. Qualifications of the Petitioner: a. Full Name of the Petitioner: [Your Full Name] b. Relationship to the Deceased: [Specify your relationship with the deceased, e.g., spouse, child, sibling, etc.] c. Address of the Petitioner: [Your Current Address] d. Contact Information: [Your Contact Information] 3. Reasons for Petition: a. Explain the necessity for appointing an administration based on the specific circumstances of the estate and the absence of a will, if applicable. b. Describe the urgency or importance of appointing an administration, highlighting any potential financial risks or concerns. 4. Willingness to Serve: a. Express a genuine willingness to take on the responsibilities of an administration. b. Provide assurance that you will comply with the necessary legal obligations, including filing required reports and documents. 5. Supporting Documents: a. Enclose the following documents as attachments: — Certified copy of the Death Certificate of the deceased. — Any existing will, if applicable— - Proof of your own identity and relationship to the deceased (e.g., birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.), if necessary. 6. Request: I hereby respectfully request that the Probate Court consider and approve my petition for the appointment of an administration for the estate of [Deceased's Full Name]. I believe that I possess the necessary qualifications and willingness to carry out the duties associated with this role effectively. Should there be any additional information or documentation required, please notify me promptly, and I will provide it accordingly. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Sincerely, [Your Full Name]