Probate in Colorado, handled for you
Colorado follows the Uniform Probate Code, which makes probate more streamlined than in most states. The most common path is 'informal probate' — handled by a registrar, not a judge, with minimal court appearances. Small estates under $74,000 can skip probate entirely with an affidavit. Colorado also doesn't require an attorney for an informal probate. Kindred handles the administration for one flat fee.
Colorado lets you handle an uncontested probate without a lawyer. Colorado's informal probate process is designed to be accessible — a personal representative can be appointed without an attorney for an uncontested estate. Kindred handles the administrative work; if a formal or contested proceeding arises, we flag it so you can bring in an attorney of your choosing.
The four things families ask first
Hourly / flat fee
Read moreAn informal Colorado probate typically runs about 6 to 12 months.
Read more$74,000 (indexed for inflation)
Read moreDistrict Court, in the county where the person lived
What it could cost in Colorado
≈ 45 hours of admin and legal work, all billed at lawyer rates.
Kindred + your attorney
Estimated difference vs. a full-service firm
$5,500
+ about 150 hours of your own time
Full-service estimated at $250–$400/hr for ~45hours; the attorney figure is an illustrative fixed fee. Illustrative only — not a quote or legal advice. Figures vary by estate. We're not a law firm; an independent attorney always handles the legal work.
Frequently asked
Do I need a lawyer for probate in Colorado?
No — Colorado's informal probate process is designed to be handled by the personal representative without an attorney, and small estates can skip probate with an affidavit. Kindred handles the administration for a flat fee. If a formal or contested proceeding arises, we flag it so you can bring in an attorney of your choosing. Kindred is not a law firm.
How much does probate cost in Colorado?
No statutory percentage fee — attorneys typically bill $250-$400/hour or a flat fee. Filing fees run about $200-$300. Estates under $74,000 can use a small-estate affidavit to avoid probate entirely. These are illustrative figures; actual costs vary by estate.
How long does probate take in Colorado?
An informal probate typically runs 6 to 12 months. Creditors have 4 months from publication of notice to file claims. Informal probate is handled by a registrar (not a judge), so there are no hearings for uncontested estates — the timeline is mostly administrative work.
What is Colorado's small estate limit?
Personal property up to $74,000 (indexed for inflation) can be collected with a small-estate affidavit 10 days after death — no court case. Real property may pass through a beneficiary deed if one was recorded. We can tell you whether your estate qualifies.
Last verified June 2026. Figures are illustrative and vary by estate — not a quote or legal advice. Kindred is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice; we handle the administrative work and coordinate an independent attorney where one is legally required.
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