Probate in Wyoming, handled for you
Wyoming follows the Uniform Probate Code, offering informal and formal probate tracks. The most common path is informal probate — streamlined, with minimal court involvement. A small-estate affidavit is available for estates under $200,000. Kindred handles the administration for one flat fee.
Wyoming lets you handle an uncontested probate without a lawyer. Wyoming'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 Wyoming probate typically runs about 6 to 12 months.
Read more$200,000
Read moreDistrict Court, in the county where the person lived
What it could cost in Wyoming
≈ 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 Wyoming?
No — Wyoming's informal probate under the Uniform Probate Code is designed to be handled by the personal representative without an attorney. Kindred handles the administrative work for a flat fee. If a dispute 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 Wyoming?
No statutory percentage fee — attorneys typically bill $200-$350/hour or a flat fee. Filing fees run about $100-$150. Estates under $200,000 can use a small-estate affidavit — one of the most generous thresholds in the country. These are illustrative figures.
How long does probate take in Wyoming?
An informal probate typically runs 6 to 12 months. Creditors have 3 months from publication of notice to file claims.
Last verified July 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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