Probate Fees and Expenses

Probate Fees and Expenses

Probate fees are established by statute and are uniform throughout the state. An online calculator to estimate probate fees is available by clicking here. For additional detail, click on the links below to review the fee statutes.

Fees for Decedents' Estates (C.G.S. section 45a-107)
Interest at the rate of 0.5% per month accrues on all unpaid fees on decedents' estates beginning 30 days after the date of the invoice, or, if a Connecticut estate tax return has not been filed within the time required, beginning 30 days after the return was due.

Accounting Fees for Conservatorships, Guardianships and Trusts (C.G.S. section 45a-108a)
Accounting fees not paid within 30 days of the date of invoice bear interest at the rate of 0.5% per month.

Filing Fees (C.G.S. section 45a-106a)

Miscellaneous Expenses (C.G.S. section 45a-109)