Local Law Firms Home > Probate Law News > County Settles Claim in Probate Court Over Public Funds Did you know? The executor of an estate can file claims in probate court to recover dues from the estate. Executors of an estate face expenses associated with handling the estate and its legal matters. They can ask the probate court to disburse funds from the estate if such liquidity exists, or file a claim similar to other creditors owed debt by the decedent. |