How long does probate take in South Carolina?
A typical South Carolina probate runs about 8 to 13 months. Informal probate is faster than formal, and the creditor-claim period is the main timeline driver.
Key deadline
File the estate inventory within 90 days of appointment.
- Creditors have 8 months from the date of first publication of notice to creditors to file claims.
- An estate inventory is due to the Probate Court within 90 days of appointment.
- Informal probate avoids hearings for uncontested estates — the personal representative is appointed by the probate judge or register.
Common questions
How long does probate take in South Carolina?
Typically 8 to 13 months. Creditors have 8 months from publication of notice to file claims. An inventory is due within 90 days of appointment. Informal probate avoids hearings for uncontested estates, so the timeline is mostly administrative work.
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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