Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17)

There are all sorts of forms executors, beneficiaries, and probate court clerks have to fill out and correspond with during probate and estate settlement, including affidavits, letters, petitions, summons, orders, and notices.

Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17) is a commonly used form within Connecticut. Here’s an overview of what the form is and means, including a breakdown of the situations when (or why) you may need to use it:

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• This form pertains to the State of Connecticut

Government forms are not typically updated often, though when they are, it often happens rather quietly. While Atticus works hard to keep this information about Connecticut’s Form PC-6011 - Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17) up to date, certain details can change from time-to-time with little or no communication.

Step 1 - Download the correct Connecticut form based on the name and ID if applicable

Double check that you have both the correct form name and the correct form ID. Some Connecticut probate forms can look remarkably similar, so it’s best to double, even triple-check that you’re using the right one! Keep in mind that not all States have a standardized Form ID system for their probate forms.

Step 2 - Complete the Document

Fill out all relevant fields in Form PC-6011, take a break, and then review. Probate and estate settlement processes in CT are long enough to begin with, and making a silly error can push your timeline even farther back. No thank you!

Note: If you don’t currently know all of the answers and are accessing Form PC-6011 online, be sure to avoid closing the browser tab and potentially losing all your progress (or use a platform like Atticus to help avoid making mistakes).

Step 3 - Have Form PC-6011 witnessed or notarized (if required)

Some States and situations require particular forms to be notarized. If you have been instructed to get the document notarized or see it in writing on the document, then make sure to hire a local notary. There are max notary fees in the United States that are defined and set by local law. Take a look at our full guide to notary fees to make sure you aren’t overpaying or getting ripped off.

Step 4 - Submit Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17) to the relevant office

This is most often the local probate court where the decedent (person who passed away) is domiciled (permanently resides) or the institution involved with this particular form (e.g. a bank). Some offices allow you to submit forms online, other’s don’t, and we while we generally recommend going in-person to expedite the process, sometimes that simply isn’t an option.

It’s also a generally good idea to establish a positive working relationship with any probate clerk (unfortunately there’s enough people & process out there making things more difficult and unnecessarily confusing for them), so a best practice is to simply ask the probate clerk proactively exactly how and where they’d prefer you to submit all forms.

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Different probate forms or processes can require different deadlines or response times for completing the appropriate form.

While some steps in the process are bound to specific deadlines (like petitioning for probate, having to submit an inventory of assets, or filing applicable notices to creditors and beneficiaries), many probate forms or processes are not tied to a specific deadline since the scope of work can vary based on situational factors or requirements involved.

Either way, there are a bunch of practical reasons why personal representatives should work to complete each step as thoroughly and quickly as possible when completing probate in Connecticut.

5 reasons you should submit PC-6011 as quickly as possible:

1. The sooner you begin, the faster Connecticut can allow heirs and beneficiaries to get their share of assets subject to probate. Acting promptly can also decrease the costs & overall mental fatigue through an otherwise burdensome process.
   
   Helpful Context: What’s the Difference Between Probate and Non-Probate Assets?

2. In general, creditors of an estate usually have around 3-6 months from the time you file notice to creditors to file any claims for debt against the deceased’s assets. If they don’t, then that debt is forfeited (and more importantly, the executor won’t be held personally responsible). So doing this sooner means you have a better idea of who is owed what and ensures you won’t get a surprise collector months later.

3. Not filing a will within 30 days (on average) could mean that the probate process proceeds according to intestate laws (laws that govern what happens to someone's stuff without a will) or is subject to unnecessary supervision by the probate court. And if you aren't directly related to the deceased (a.k.a. next of kin), this could also mean you lose your inheritance.

4. It’s important to file any necessary state tax returns on behalf of the deceased or estate by the following tax season in Connecticut. If you don’t, you could owe penalties and interest. This also includes any necessary federal tax returns such as Forms 1040, 1041, or even a Form 706 estate tax return.

5. If a house in the State of Connecticut is left empty (or abandoned) for a while, insurance can get dicey. For example, if the house burns down and no one has been there for a year, an insurance company may get out of paying your claim.

If you’re not using Atticus to get specific forms, deadlines, and timelines for Connecticut probate, then try and stay as organized as possible, pay close attention to the dates mentioned in any correspondence you have with the State’s government officials, call the local Connecticut probate clerk or court for exact answers regarding Form PC-6011, and when in doubt— consult a qualified trust & estates lawyer for that area.

Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17) is one of the many probate court forms available for download through Atticus.

It may also be available through some Connecticut probate court sites, such as . In order to access the latest version, be updated with any revisions, and get full instructions on how to complete each form, check out the Atticus Probate & Estate Settlement software or consider hiring a qualified legal expert locally within Connecticut.

While Atticus automatically provides the latest forms, be sure to choose the correct version of Form PC-6011 - Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17) f using any other site or resource in order to avoid having to re-complete the form process and/or make another trip to the Connecticut probate court office.

Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17) is a .pdf, so opening it should be as simple as clicking “View Form” from within the Atticus app or by clicking the appropriate link found on any Connecticut-provided government platform. Once you’ve opened the form, you should be able to directly edit the form before saving or printing.

Here’s the text, verbatim, that is found on Connecticut Form PC-6011 - Petition For Appointment Of Guardian Ad Litem/release Of Identifying Information (New 10/17). You can use this to get an idea of the context of the form and what type of information is needed.

CONNECTICUT PROBATE COURTS Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem/ Release of Identifying Information PC-6011 New 10/17 CONFIDENTIAL Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem/Release of Identifying Information PC-6011 Page 1 of 2 RECEIVED: Instructions: 1) A person authorized by statute, including a) an adopted or adoptable person who is 18 years of age or older at the time of filing the petition, b) the biological parent of an adult adopted or adoptable person, c) an adult biological sibling of an adult adopted or adult adoptable person, or d ) if an adult adopted or adoptable person is deceased, any adult descendants, may seek information identifying or tending to identify a biological relative who is unknown as a result of an adoption from the Department of Children and Families (DCF) or a child placing agency (agency) in accordance with C.G.S. section 45a-751 (a). If DCF or the agency is unable to locate the biological relative whose identity is sought, or if it appears that the person is incompetent but has not been adjudicated to be incompetent, the authorized person may petition the Probate Court, at the person’s own expense, for the appoint of a guardian ad litem under C.GS. section 45a-753. 2)The petition is filed in the probate district in which the adoption was approved, together with a letter from DCF or the agency stating that the person whose identity is sought cannot be located or appears incompetent, but has not been adjudicated incompetent by a court. 3 )If the petition for the appointment of a guardian ad litem is granted, no further Probate Court action is required. The guardian ad litem has authority to decide whether to consent to disclosure of identifying information on behalf of relative whose identity is sought. The consent of the guardian ad litem permits release of the following information under C.G.S. section 45a-753 (e): a) all names and addresses of the person whose identity is sought, b) the date and place of the person’s birth, c) all places where the person was employed, d) the person’s social security number, e) the names of educational institutions the person attended , and f) any other information that may assist in the search of the person who cannot be located. 4) For more information, see C.G.S. sections 45a-743 to 753. 5) Type or print the form in ink. Probate Court Name District Number In the Matter of H ereinafter referred to as the adult a dopted person. Date of Adoption Petitioner (Name and present address.) Petitioner’s Relationship to Adult Adopted Person Petitioner’s Date of Birth Adult Adopted Person’s Biological Relationship to the Person Whose Identity is Sought Child Placing Agency Handling Adoption (Name and address.) Date of Birth of Adopted Person Date of Death of Adopted Person, if Deceased THE PETITIONER REPRESENTS THAT the petitioner: 1)is authorized by statute to request disclosure of identifying information of an adult biological relative who is unknown as a result of an adoption. CONNECTICUT PROBATE COURTS Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem/ Release of Identifying Information PC-6011 New 10/17 CONFIDENTIAL Petition for Appointment of Guardian Ad Litem/Release of Identifying Information PC-6011 Page 2 of 2 2) contacted the Department of Children and Families (DCF) or the child placing agency (agency) that handled the adoption to obtain the identifying information. 3) has received written notification from DCF or the agency, a copy of which accompanies the petition, stating that the adult biological relative whose identity is sought: cannot be located. appears incompetent, but has not been adjudicated incompetent by a court. THE PETITIONER REQUESTS THAT: Pursuant to C.G.S. section 45a-753 (c), the court appoint a guardian ad litem who has the authority to decide whether to consent to the release of information that identifies or tends to identify the adopted person’s biological relative whose identity is unknown as a result of the adoption. The petitioner acknowledges that the petitioner is responsible for paying the expenses of the guardian ad litem appointed by the court. The representations made in this petition are made under penalty of false statement. Signature of Petitioner Type or Print Name Date