The Washington Probate Without Will Information Packet is a set of documents and information provided by the Washington State Department of Revenue to help individuals manage the probate process when a loved one dies without a will. These documents provide detailed instructions on the steps to take to manage the probate process and provide the necessary paperwork to complete the process. The packet contains a checklist of tasks to complete, a form to initiate the probate process, and instructions on how to appoint a personal representative. Additionally, the packet contains information on how to open a probate case, how to identify and notify heirs, how to collect assets, how to pay debts and taxes, and how to distribute the estate assets. There are three types of Washington Probate Without Will Information Packets — Basic, Estate Planning, and Advanced. The Basic packet includes the necessary forms to initiate the probate process and instructions on how to appoint a personal representative. The Estate Planning packet includes additional forms for accounting and distribution of assets, and the Advanced packet includes forms for complex estate planning and trust administration.