Where a decedent has been dead for more than two (2) years, or the non-exempt assets of the decedent are equal to Seventy-five thousand dollars ($75,000) or less, then a summary administration may be opened, unless there is a need to have a Personal Representative appointed by the Court. There are other considerations to be taken into account when determining whether to open a Formal or a Summary Administration. An experienced probate attorney will be able to make suggestions and explain the pitfalls and benefits of each of these proceedings.