Northglenn, CO estate planning & probate attorney Kayla Seale talks about the process for probating an estate in another state. She explains that Colorado has a relatively straightforward probate process compared to many other states. While she is only licensed to practice in Colorado and cannot speak to exact time frames elsewhere, she notes that Colorado probate typically takes a minimum of six months, and most other states likely have longer requirements. For clients with property in multiple states, she emphasizes the importance of exploring ways to avoid probate in those states whenever possible. If probate is necessary in multiple states, the process can become more complex, and an estate plan often needs to extend further than clients might initially anticipate.