As provided by law, these rules, and where not inconsistent with the Uniform Trial Court Rules, a Probate Commissioner appointed by this court shall assist in the administration of decedents' estates, guardianships, conservatorships, and other similar proceedings, and is empowered:
(1) To act upon uncontested petitions for appointment of special administrators, for probate of wills, and for appointment of personal administrators, guardians and conservators.(2) To make and enter orders on behalf of the court admitting wills to probate and appointing special administrators, personal representatives, guardians and conservators.(3) To set the amount of the bond for special administrators, personal representatives, guardians and conservators; and to approve such bonds.Wallowa Supp. L. R. 9.135
Amended effective 2/1/2024.