Ohio Probate Form 5.0 is the Application to Probate Will, the standard form every applicant files with the county probate court to open a decedent’s estate and ask the judge to admit the decedent’s last will to probate under Ohio Revised Code Chapter 2107 and Sup.R. 75. It is the very first paper most families file after a loved one dies in Ohio with a will, and getting it right starts the entire estate on the correct footing.
If the form is filed wrong, the will can be denied admission, the named executor can be passed over, and heirs can lose the protections the will was meant to give them. Each year, Ohio’s 88 county probate courts open more than 40,000 estates, and a meaningful share are bounced on the first try because of small Form 5.0 mistakes like a missing next-of-kin entry or an unsigned witness affidavit.
Here’s what you’ll learn in this guide:
- 📝 How to complete every box, line, and signature block on the official Form 5.0 PDF without guessing
- 📂 Which documents and attachments to gather before you ever open the form
- 👨👩👧 Three real-world filled-out scenarios (spouse, adult child, out-of-state applicant) with line-by-line entries
- ⚖️ How R.C. 2107.10 deadlines, R.C. 2113.05 executor rules, and county-specific local rules interact
- 💸 Filing fees, processing times, and what happens after the judge signs the entry admitting the will
What the Form Is and Who Must File It
Ohio Standard Probate Form 5.0 is the official Application to Probate Will promulgated by the Supreme Court of Ohio under its rule-making power in Sup.R. 75. Every probate court in all 88 Ohio counties accepts the same statewide Form 5.0, although a handful of urban courts (Franklin, Cuyahoga, Hamilton, and Summit) add a county-specific cover sheet on top.
The applicant is usually the person named in the will as executor, but R.C. 2107.11 lets any person with custody or knowledge of the will apply. The form’s job is to do four things at once: identify the decedent, identify the heirs and next of kin, swear that the attached will is the decedent’s true last will, and ask the court to admit it under R.C. 2107.18.
Filing Form 5.0 is what unlocks every other estate step. Without an admitted will, the executor cannot get Letters of Authority on Form 4.0, cannot open an estate bank account, cannot transfer the house, and cannot pay creditors. The form is short, but it is the keystone of the entire probate file.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Probate courts reject Form 5.0 for missing attachments more often than for wrong entries. Gather everything below before you sit down with the form so the clerk does not send you home.
- The original signed will (and any codicils). R.C. 2107.10 requires the original document, not a photocopy. If the original is lost, you must instead file under R.C. 2107.26 for a lost-will hearing, which is a different track.
- A certified death certificate. Order at least three certified copies from the Ohio Department of Health. Without it the court cannot confirm jurisdiction.
- Decedent’s full legal name, date of death, and county of residence on the date of death. R.C. 2107.11 sets venue in the county where the decedent was domiciled.
- The complete list of surviving spouse, children, and next of kin with current addresses, ages, and relationships. This list must match what you put on Form 1.0.
- Estimated value of probate vs. non-probate assets. You only need a good-faith estimate at this stage, but the number drives the bond on Form 2.0.
- Names and addresses of the will’s witnesses. If the will is not self-proving under R.C. 2107.081, the witnesses must testify or sign Form 2.4.
- Filing fee in the correct form. Most counties charge between $100 and $200 and accept cash, check, or card; Franklin County lists exact amounts on its fee schedule.
- Government photo ID for the applicant. Counties verify identity at the counter before swearing in the applicant.
- Waivers of notice (Form 4.0) signed by every adult heir who agrees not to receive formal notice, which speeds the case and avoids the citation hearing under R.C. 2107.13.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
The official, court-approved Form 5.0 lives on the Supreme Court of Ohio’s standard probate forms page. Download the fillable Form 5.0 PDF directly so you have the current revision; the revision date is printed in the bottom-left corner and you should confirm it matches what your county clerk expects.
Many county courts also host the same form on their own websites. Examples include the Franklin County Probate Court forms page, the Cuyahoga County Probate Court forms page, the Hamilton County Probate Court forms page, and the Summit County Probate Court forms page. Using the county-hosted version is fine because it is identical to the statewide form, but it sometimes comes pre-stamped with the county caption.
E-filing is available in a growing list of counties through the Ohio Courts Network e-File portal and county portals such as Cuyahoga’s eFiling system. If your county still requires paper, print the form on plain white 8.5 x 11 paper, single-sided, and bring the original plus two copies. Never staple — counties use two-hole top-punching for the file jacket.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out Form 5.0 Line by Line
The form has one page with a court caption, four numbered paragraphs, an applicant signature block, an attorney block, and an entry of admission at the bottom for the judge. Work top to bottom and do not skip any field, even ones that look optional.
Court Caption: County and Case Number
Plain English: The top of the form asks which Ohio county probate court you are filing in and leaves a blank for the case number.
How to answer: Type or print the county name in the blank that reads “In the Court of Common Pleas, Probate Division, ____ County, Ohio.” Leave the Case No. blank — the clerk assigns and stamps the number when you file.
Example: Maria Lopez, filing in Columbus, writes FRANKLIN in the county blank and leaves the case number empty.
Nuance: If the decedent owned real estate in Ohio but lived out of state, you file in the Ohio county where the real estate sits under R.C. 2129.04 as an ancillary administration, and you write that county here.
Common mistake and consequence: Filers sometimes write the county where the applicant lives instead of the decedent’s county of domicile. The clerk will reject the filing for improper venue and you must restart in the correct county.
Misconception: People believe they can pick the most convenient county. Venue is fixed by R.C. 2107.11 and is not a matter of choice.
Estate Name Block: “In the Matter of the Estate of ___”
Plain English: This line names the dead person whose estate you are opening.
How to answer: Print the decedent’s full legal name exactly as it appears on the death certificate, in upper- and lower-case, with no nicknames. Match middle initials and suffixes (Jr., Sr., III).
Example: Robert James Carter, Jr., Deceased — Janet Carter writes this on the line because the death certificate reads “Robert James Carter Jr.”
Nuance: If the decedent used a different name on the will than on the death certificate (a maiden name, for example), use the death certificate version on Form 5.0 and explain the alias in paragraph 1 by adding “a/k/a [other name].”
Common mistake and consequence: Writing the decedent’s nickname (Bob Carter) creates a name mismatch that breaks the chain of title when the executor later transfers real estate, forcing a corrective affidavit.
Misconception: Filers think the will controls the name. The death certificate controls because it is the public record the recorder will rely on.
Paragraph 1: Identifying Information About the Decedent
Plain English: Paragraph 1 asks for the applicant’s name, the decedent’s date of death, the decedent’s domicile, and a sworn statement that the attached document is the decedent’s last will.
How to answer: Print the applicant’s full legal name, then the decedent’s date of death in MM/DD/YYYY format, then the decedent’s full street address on the date of death (no P.O. boxes — domicile must be a physical residence). Check the box that says the attached writing is the decedent’s last will (and codicils, if any).
Example: I, Maria Lopez, state that Roberto Lopez died on 03/14/2026, whose last place of residence was 482 Elm Street, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio 43215.
Nuance: If the decedent died in a nursing home or hospital, use the home address before placement, not the facility, unless the decedent lived at the facility for so long that it became the new domicile under Sturgeon v. Korte caselaw.
Common mistake and consequence: Writing the date the body was found instead of the date of death listed on the death certificate creates a discrepancy that delays the notice-to-creditors clock under R.C. 2117.06.
Misconception: Filers think domicile equals where the decedent died. Domicile is where the decedent intended to live permanently, regardless of where death occurred.
Paragraph 2: Surviving Spouse, Children, and Next of Kin
Plain English: This paragraph lists every person legally entitled to notice that the will is being probated.
How to answer: List the surviving spouse first with full name, age, and address. Then list every child of the decedent (including children from prior marriages and adopted children) with full name, age, and address. If a child predeceased the decedent leaving issue, list the grandchildren who stand in that child’s place under R.C. 2105.06. If there is no spouse and no descendants, list parents and then siblings in the statutory order.
Example: Maria Lopez, spouse, age 47, 482 Elm Street, Columbus, OH 43215; Diego Lopez, son, age 19, same address; Sofia Lopez, daughter, minor age 12, same address.
Nuance: Minor children must be listed with their ages and clearly marked as minors because their inclusion triggers the appointment of a guardian ad litem under R.C. 2111.23 if they take under the will.
Common mistake and consequence: Omitting an estranged adult child the applicant has not seen in years. Once that child surfaces, the will admission can be vacated under R.C. 2107.71 for failure to give required notice.
Misconception: People think only beneficiaries named in the will get listed. Form 5.0 demands every legal heir under intestacy, even those the will disinherits, because they have a right to contest.
Paragraph 3: Estimated Value of the Estate
Plain English: This paragraph asks for a best-estimate value of probate assets and a separate estimate of any real estate.
How to answer: Enter the total probate personal property in the first blank and probate real estate in the second. These are good-faith estimates — exact numbers come later on Form 6.0 Inventory. Do not include non-probate assets (joint accounts, payable-on-death accounts, life insurance with named beneficiaries, retirement accounts).
Example: Janet Carter writes $48,000 personal property and $220,000 real estate because Robert’s solo-titled checking, car, and house are the only probate assets — his IRA goes directly to the named beneficiary.
Nuance: If the decedent’s only probate asset is under $45,000 and the spouse takes everything, the estate may qualify for release from administration under R.C. 2113.03, which uses a different form (Form 5.10) — but you still file Form 5.0 first to admit the will.
Common mistake and consequence: Including the value of a jointly-owned house with a surviving spouse. That house is non-probate by survivorship and inflating the estate forces a higher bond on Form 2.0, costing the estate hundreds in unnecessary premiums.
Misconception: Filers believe these estimates lock them in. They do not — the binding numbers come on the Inventory, and good-faith estimates here are expected to be revised.
Paragraph 4: Will Status (Self-Proving, Witnessed, or Holographic)
Plain English: This paragraph asks how the will will be proven — through a self-proving affidavit, by witness testimony, or otherwise.
How to answer: Check the box stating the will was executed according to law. If the will has a self-proving affidavit under R.C. 2107.081 (a notarized statement signed by the testator and two witnesses at the time the will was made), check the self-proving box and you are done with proof. If not, you must arrange for a witness to come testify on Form 2.4 (Testimony of Subscribing Witnesses).
Example: Roberto Lopez’s 2019 will was signed before a notary with two witnesses and a self-proving clause, so Maria checks “self-proving” and attaches no witness affidavit.
Nuance: A holographic (handwritten) will is not valid in Ohio under R.C. 2107.03 unless it was signed by the testator and two competent witnesses. A purely handwritten, unwitnessed document is not a will and Form 5.0 cannot admit it.
Common mistake and consequence: Checking the self-proving box when the will only has witness signatures but no notary block. The court rejects the will at admission and the executor must locate witnesses years later, sometimes after they have died or moved away.
Misconception: People assume any notarized will is self-proving. The notary must specifically certify the self-proving affidavit language, not just notarize the testator’s signature.
Applicant’s Signature, Address, and Phone
Plain English: The applicant signs under oath that everything on the form is true.
How to answer: Sign in blue or black ink in front of the deputy clerk, who administers an oath under R.C. 2107.18. Print your address and phone number underneath. Do not sign at home — the signature must be witnessed by the clerk or a notary.
Example: Maria Lopez signs at the Franklin County Probate Court counter while the deputy clerk swears her in, then prints her address and cell phone below.
Nuance: If the applicant lives out of state, the form can be signed before any notary in that state and mailed in, but the notary block must be fully completed including the commission expiration.
Common mistake and consequence: Signing before reading paragraph 4 carefully. The signature is a sworn statement; if any fact (next of kin, estimated value) is later proven false, the applicant faces a perjury charge under R.C. 2921.11.
Misconception: Filers think the signature is a formality. It is sworn testimony, equivalent to taking the witness stand.
Attorney Information Block
Plain English: If an attorney is helping, the attorney prints their name, Supreme Court of Ohio attorney registration number, address, and phone.
How to answer: Pro se applicants leave this block blank — write N/A or strike through it with one diagonal line. If counsel represents the applicant, the attorney signs and lists their attorney number from the Ohio Attorney Registration system.
Example: Janet Carter is represented by attorney Lisa Nguyen, Reg. No. 0091234, who prints her firm address and phone in this block.
Nuance: Some counties (Hamilton, Cuyahoga) require the attorney’s email address even though the statewide form does not have a dedicated line — write it next to the phone number.
Common mistake and consequence: Leaving the attorney block visually empty without striking through it. Some clerks treat the empty block as incomplete and bounce the filing.
Misconception: Pro se filers think they need an attorney. Ohio law allows any heir to file Form 5.0 without counsel under R.C. 2107.11.
Entry Admitting Will to Probate
Plain English: The bottom of the form is the order the judge signs admitting the will.
How to answer: Leave it blank. The probate judge or magistrate fills in the date and signs after reviewing the application, the will, and any witness proof.
Example: Two business days after Maria files, Magistrate Patel signs the entry, and Maria receives a stamped copy with the case number.
Nuance: If the will requires witness testimony, the entry is not signed until Form 2.4 is filed, which can add 1–2 weeks.
Common mistake and consequence: Filling in the judge’s date or signing the entry block. The clerk will void the form and require a fresh original.
Misconception: Filers think filing equals admission. The will is not admitted until the judge signs this entry; only then can Form 4.0 Letters of Authority issue.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
Scenario 1: Maria Lopez — Surviving Spouse, Self-Proving Will, Minor Child
Roberto Lopez died at age 49 in Columbus leaving a 2019 self-proving will naming his wife Maria as executor, with two children (one minor).
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| County | FRANKLIN |
| Estate of | Roberto Lopez, Deceased |
| Applicant name | Maria Lopez |
| Date of death | 03/14/2026 |
| Decedent’s last residence | 482 Elm Street, Columbus, OH 43215 |
| Surviving spouse | Maria Lopez, age 47, same address |
| Children | Diego Lopez, 19, same address; Sofia Lopez, minor age 12, same address |
| Estimated personal property | $48,000 |
| Estimated real estate | $0 (home held jointly with right of survivorship) |
| Will status | Self-proving — checked |
| Applicant signature | Maria Lopez, signed before deputy clerk 03/24/2026 |
| Attorney block | N/A (pro se) |
Scenario 2: David Chen — Adult Son, Original Executor Declined
Helen Chen died in Cleveland with a will naming her brother as executor. The brother filed Form 1.1 Renunciation, and her son David applies as the alternate.
| Form Section | What David Enters |
|---|---|
| County | CUYAHOGA |
| Estate of | Helen Chen, Deceased |
| Applicant name | David Chen, alternate executor |
| Date of death | 01/08/2026 |
| Decedent’s last residence | 14 Lakeshore Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44114 |
| Surviving spouse | None — predeceased |
| Children | David Chen, 41, 22 Maple Dr., Shaker Heights, OH 44120; Anna Chen-Reyes, 38, Austin, TX |
| Estimated personal property | $185,000 |
| Estimated real estate | $340,000 (Cleveland condo, solo titled) |
| Will status | Witnessed but not self-proving — Form 2.4 attached |
| Applicant signature | David Chen, signed 02/02/2026 |
| Attorney block | Lisa Nguyen, Reg. No. 0091234 |
Scenario 3: Priya Sharma — Out-of-State Applicant, Non-Self-Proving Will
Anil Sharma died domiciled in Cincinnati with a 1998 typed will signed by two witnesses but with no notary. His daughter Priya lives in New Jersey.
| Form Section | What Priya Enters |
|---|---|
| County | HAMILTON |
| Estate of | Anil Kumar Sharma, Deceased |
| Applicant name | Priya Sharma |
| Date of death | 11/30/2025 |
| Decedent’s last residence | 3120 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220 |
| Surviving spouse | None — divorced 2014 |
| Children | Priya Sharma, 36, 47 Oak Ln., Princeton, NJ; Rohan Sharma, 33, Cincinnati, OH |
| Estimated personal property | $72,000 |
| Estimated real estate | $265,000 |
| Will status | Witnessed only — Form 2.4 testimony from witness Margaret O’Hara |
| Applicant signature | Priya Sharma, notarized in Mercer County, NJ, 12/12/2025 |
| Attorney block | Cincinnati counsel Mark Rivera, Reg. No. 0078910 |
How to File the Completed Form
Filing channels and fees vary slightly by county, but the form itself is identical statewide. Choose the channel that fits your county and your comfort level.
In person at the county probate court. Bring the original Form 5.0, the original will, a certified death certificate, Form 1.0, and the filing fee. Franklin County’s filing fee is $103 per the Franklin County Probate fee schedule, Cuyahoga County charges $185 per the Cuyahoga fee schedule, and Hamilton County charges around $150 per the Hamilton County fee schedule. Counties accept cash, check, or card (with a small card surcharge). Processing typically takes 1–5 business days, and your proof of filing is the time-stamped copy the clerk hands back.
By mail. Mail the original signed Form 5.0 and the original will (use certified mail with return receipt) to the probate court clerk’s mailing address, with a check for the exact fee. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope so the clerk can return your stamped copy. Processing runs 1–2 weeks. Keep the certified mail green card as proof of filing.
E-filing where available. Cuyahoga County’s eFiling system and a growing list of counties on the Ohio Courts Network accept Form 5.0 as a PDF upload, but the original will must still be hand-delivered or mailed because R.C. 2107.10 requires the original document. Pay by ACH or card through the portal; processing is usually 1–3 business days. Your proof is the system-generated filing receipt.
By a probate attorney. Counsel files on your behalf and adds their attorney registration number to the form. This costs more upfront but eliminates clerk-counter rejections.
What Happens After You File
Once the clerk accepts Form 5.0, the case is opened and assigned a case number. The judge or magistrate reviews the application, the will, and any witness proof, and either signs the Entry Admitting Will to Probate at the bottom of Form 5.0 or sets a hearing if something is missing.
If the will is self-proving and all heirs have signed waivers on Form 4.0, admission is usually entered within a few days without a hearing. If any heir has not waived, the court issues a citation under R.C. 2107.13 and sets a hearing 2–4 weeks out. After admission, the executor files Form 4.0 to receive Letters of Authority, posts bond on Form 2.0 if not waived, and begins the R.C. 2117.06 creditor-notice and Form 6.0 inventory clocks.
Heirs and other interested parties have three months from admission to contest the will under R.C. 2107.76. After that window closes, the will is final and the executor can distribute under its terms.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
- Filing a photocopy of the will. R.C. 2107.10 requires the original; the court will reject the application and the will may be presumed revoked.
- Wrong county venue. Filing in the applicant’s county instead of the decedent’s domicile triggers a transfer or dismissal under R.C. 2107.11.
- Omitting an estranged adult child. That child can later vacate the admission for lack of notice, undoing months of work.
- Listing nicknames instead of legal names. Title companies will refuse to honor an executor’s deed when names do not match.
- Checking “self-proving” without a notary block. Admission is denied until witness testimony is filed on Form 2.4.
- Including non-probate assets in the estimated value. Inflated bonds cost the estate unnecessary premium dollars on Form 2.0.
- Signing at home. The signature must be sworn before the clerk or notary; an unsworn form is invalid.
- Forgetting to attach Form 1.0. Most counties refuse to file Form 5.0 without the surviving-spouse-and-next-of-kin certificate.
- Missing the three-year deadline. R.C. 2107.10 bars admission after three years from death except in narrow exceptions.
- Listing minors without their ages. The court cannot appoint a guardian ad litem under R.C. 2111.23 without confirming minority.
- Stapling the form. Counties two-hole punch the file; staples must be removed and re-punched, slowing your filing.
- Paying the wrong fee. Underpayment by even a dollar bounces the filing back unfiled.
Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s
- Do download the current Form 5.0 PDF the day you file, because the Supreme Court updates the form periodically and old revisions can be rejected.
- Do call the county probate clerk before driving over, because counter hours and counsel-table requirements vary.
- Do bring three copies of every document, because clerks keep one, return one stamped, and you keep one.
- Do match the decedent’s name exactly to the death certificate, because every later filing must trace back to this name.
- Do list every legal heir, even disinherited ones, because their right to notice is statutory.
- Do file Form 1.0 and any waivers on Form 4.0 the same day, because bundling avoids extra trips and citation hearings.
Don’ts
- Don’t sign the form before reaching the clerk’s counter, because the oath must be administered live.
- Don’t guess at next of kin, because false sworn statements expose you to perjury under R.C. 2921.11.
- Don’t file the only original of the will by regular mail, because if it is lost you face a R.C. 2107.26 lost-will hearing.
- Don’t include jointly-titled real estate in the value, because survivorship property is non-probate.
- Don’t wait near the three-year mark, because R.C. 2107.10 bars admission after that window.
- Don’t assume self-proving status, because only a properly notarized affidavit under R.C. 2107.081 qualifies.
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With Help
Pros of filing pro se
- Lower cost, because you save the $1,500–$4,000 attorney retainer typical for an Ohio probate.
- Direct control, because you set the pace and do not wait on counsel’s calendar.
- Faster simple cases, because spouse-only estates with self-proving wills often clear in days.
- Clerk guidance is free, because Ohio probate clerks can answer procedural (not legal) questions.
- Builds knowledge, because you understand the file when later forms (4.0, 6.0, 13.0) come due.
Cons of filing pro se
- Higher rejection risk, because clerks return defective forms and you lose days each cycle.
- No legal advice, because clerks cannot tell you whether to elect against the will or take under it.
- Bond and tax pitfalls, because non-lawyers often miss the Ohio estate tax sunset interplay or federal Form 706 issues.
- Will contests escalate fast, because a contested case requires evidentiary hearings under R.C. 2107.71.
- Personal liability, because an executor who mishandles assets can be surcharged personally, an exposure counsel typically prevents.
Form 5.0 vs. Form 5.1: When Each Applies
| Form | When to Use |
|---|---|
| Form 5.0 — Application to Probate Will | The decedent died with a valid signed will and you are asking the court to admit it. |
| Form 5.1 — Application to Approve Settlement / Release Estate from Administration | Smaller estates that qualify for R.C. 2113.03 release, often filed with Form 5.0 when the spouse takes everything. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to use a lawyer to file Form 5.0?
No. R.C. 2107.11 lets any person with custody or knowledge of the will apply pro se. Most simple spousal estates are filed without counsel.
How long do I have to file Form 5.0 after death?
No statutory minimum, but R.C. 2107.10 bars admission of the will more than three years after death except in narrow circumstances. File within a few weeks if possible.
Can I file Form 5.0 if I only have a copy of the will?
No. Ohio requires the original. If the original is lost, you must instead petition under R.C. 2107.26 for a lost-will admission, which is a separate proceeding.
Do I list the surviving spouse if the decedent was separated but not divorced?
Yes. A legal separation does not end the marriage, so the spouse remains “surviving spouse” on paragraph 2 and is entitled to elective-share rights under R.C. 2106.01.
What goes in the “estimated value” if I do not know yet?
Yes, you can use a good-faith estimate. The binding numbers come on the Form 6.0 Inventory; under-estimating in good faith is fine and corrected later.
Do I list adult stepchildren as next of kin?
No, unless they were legally adopted. Ohio intestacy under R.C. 2105.06 does not treat unadopted stepchildren as heirs.
Should I write the address on the date of death or the current address for heirs in paragraph 2?
Yes, current addresses for living heirs and the date-of-death address only for the decedent. Notice goes to heirs at where they live now.
Do I check the “self-proving” box if my parent’s will was just notarized?
No, unless the notary block specifically uses self-proving affidavit language under R.C. 2107.081. A general notary acknowledgment is not enough.
Do I need to file Form 1.0 with Form 5.0?
Yes. Most Ohio probate courts require Form 1.0 (Surviving Spouse, Children, Next of Kin, and Beneficiaries) at the same time, and the names must match paragraph 2 of Form 5.0.
Can I file Form 5.0 by mail from out of state?
Yes. Sign before any notary in your state, mail the original Form 5.0 and original will by certified mail with the fee, and include a self-addressed stamped envelope for the stamped copy.
What is the filing fee for Form 5.0?
Yes, every county charges a fee, generally $100–$200. See your county’s schedule, such as the Franklin County fee schedule or the Cuyahoga County fee schedule.
Do I need to attend a hearing to admit the will?
No, in most self-proving, fully-waived cases the judge admits the will without a hearing. A hearing is only set if proof is missing or an heir has not waived notice under R.C. 2107.13.
What if a witness to the will has died?
Yes, the will can still be admitted, but the surviving witness must testify on Form 2.4, or you must prove the deceased witness’s signature under R.C. 2107.15.
Can the executor named in the will refuse to serve?
Yes, by filing Form 1.1 Renunciation. The alternate executor named in the will then applies on Form 5.0 instead.
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