How should a clerk handle a proposed order for letters?

• A. Immediately grant the order if any party objects.
• B. Review for accuracy, prepare the order, have the judge sign, and file/issue the order with copies to interested parties.
• C. File the order without judge review.
• D. Only issue the order after all notices are served.

Answer: (B)

The main idea is that a clerk must ensure the proposed order for letters is correct and has the judge’s approval before it becomes official. Start by checking the proposed order for accuracy—names, estate details, and terms should all be correct and formatted properly. Then the clerk prepares the order in proper form and obtains the judge’s signature. Once signed, the clerk files the order with the court and issues it, providing copies to all interested parties so they have formal notice of the grant. This sequence preserves judicial oversight, avoids unilateral action by the clerk, and ensures those who have a vested interest are informed. The other options skip essential steps—granting without judge approval, filing without a judge’s review, or delaying issuance until notices are served first—so they don’t align with how the process is supposed to work.