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May 7, 2026 Probate: Middlesex, MA | Massachusetts | NoticeRegistry

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Probate — Middlesex (MI26P1858EA)

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This notice announces informal probate of the will of Thomas K. Shahinian (d. 10/20/2025) and that Karen A. Shahinian of Carlisle, MA has been appointed personal representative to administer the estate without court supervision.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to informal probate
Personal Representative: Karen A. Shahinian
Date of death: 10/20/2025
Estate administered informally without court supervision
Interested parties may petition the court about the estate

Published: May 7, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Probate
City: Middlesex
Case #: MI26P1858EA

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11 probate notices in Middlesex (last 12 months)

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If you don't respond

If interested persons do not act, the estate will continue to be administered informally by the personal representative; they may lose the opportunity to petition the court about estate matters. No filing deadlines are specified in the notice.

What to do next

1
Contact the Personal Representative
Reach out to Karen A. Shahinian in Carlisle, MA to request information about the estate and any notices of administration.
2
Consider petitioning the court
If you have concerns or objections, file a petition with Middlesex Probate and Family Court (Docket No. MI26P1858EA).
3
Check for creditor claims
Creditors should evaluate whether to present claims promptly under Massachusetts law and contact the personal representative.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the personal representative of Thomas K. Shahinian's estate?: Karen A. Shahinian of Carlisle, MA has been appointed as the personal representative.
What does informal probate mean for this estate?: It means the will was admitted and the estate will be administered without regular court supervision under the Uniform Probate Code.
Can I object to the administration of the estate?: Yes; interested persons may petition the Probate Court regarding any matter related to the estate.
Are inventory and account filings required with the court?: No; under informal administration, inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the court.

The suggestions and answers above are AI-generated for general information only. They can be wrong, and we don't take responsibility for their accuracy. Talk to a qualified professional before acting on them.

Legal terms in this notice

Informal probate: Probate process handled by a personal representative without active court supervision.
Personal Representative: Person appointed to manage and settle the deceased's estate.
Without surety on the bond: The representative serves without a court-ordered insurance bond guaranteeing performance.
Inventory and accounts: Lists and financial reports of estate assets and transactions; not required under informal administration.
Uniform Probate Code: State law framework that governs probate and estate administration procedures.

Full Notice Text

Commonwealth of
Massachusetts The Trial Court - Probate and Family
Court Middlesex Division Docket No. MI26P1858EA
INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE
Estate of: Thomas Karekin Shahinian Also known as:
Thomas K Shahinian Date of Death: 10/20/2025 To
all persons interested in the above captioned estate,
by Petition of Petitioner Karen A Shahinian of Carlisle,
MA. A will has been admitted to informal probate.
Karen A. Shahinian of Carlisle, MA has been informally
appointed as the Personal Representative of the estate
to serve without surety on the bond. The estate is
being administered under informal procedure by the
Personal Representative under the Massachusetts
Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the
Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to
be filed with the Court, but interested parties are
entitled to notice regarding the administration from the
Personal Representative and can petition the Court in
any matter relating to the estate, including dist

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