How can I get a copy of the petition or will?

The notice says copies can be obtained from the petitioner, Jennifer Parks; contact details may be available through the petitioner or the petitioner's attorney.

What does 'informally appointed' mean?

It means the court admitted the will and appointed a personal representative but the estate will be administered without regular court supervision.

Can I challenge the personal representative's actions?

Yes — interested parties may petition the Probate Court to initiate formal proceedings or seek orders restricting the personal representative.

Probate — 44 Bank Row, Pittsfield, MA (BE26P0316EA)

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An informal probate proceeding for the estate of Stanley Joseph (d. 04/04/2026) names Jennifer Parks of Roslindale as personal representative serving without bond under Massachusetts informal probate procedures. Interested parties may request copies of the petition and will or petition the Court for formal proceedings.

Key Takeaways

Will admitted to informal probate for Stanley Joseph (d. 04/04/2026).
Jennifer Parks (Roslindale) appointed personal representative without bond.
Estate administered informally under Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code.
Interested parties may obtain petition and will from the petitioner.
Parties can petition the Court to initiate formal proceedings.

Published: May 19, 2026 · 2 days ago
Category: Probate
City: Pittsfield

Address

44 Bank Row, Pittsfield, MA · 3 filings

Case #

BE26P0316EA

Research context

3 filings at this address 3 probate notices in Pittsfield (last 12 months)

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If you don't respond

If you do nothing, the estate will continue to be administered informally by Jennifer Parks without court supervision; you retain the right to petition the Court at any time to start formal proceedings or seek orders affecting the personal representative.

What to do next

1
Request petition and will
Contact petitioner Jennifer Parks to obtain a copy of the Petition and Will as stated in the notice.
2
Consult an attorney
If you object or need legal advice, contact William E. Martin, Esq. at Martin Law Offices, 150 Pittsfield Rd Ste E1, Lenox, MA, or call the Berkshire Probate Court at (413) 442-6941.
3
File a petition with the court
If you want formal proceedings or to challenge the appointment, file a petition with Berkshire Division Probate and Family Court, Docket No. BE26P0316EA.

Frequently asked questions

How can I get a copy of the petition or will?: The notice says copies can be obtained from the petitioner, Jennifer Parks; contact details may be available through the petitioner or the petitioner's attorney.
What does 'informally appointed' mean?: It means the court admitted the will and appointed a personal representative but the estate will be administered without regular court supervision.
Can I challenge the personal representative's actions?: Yes — interested parties may petition the Probate Court to initiate formal proceedings or seek orders restricting the personal representative.

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Legal terms in this notice

Informal probate: Probate handled without formal court supervision, where a personal representative is appointed and administers the estate.
Personal representative: Person appointed to manage and distribute the deceased's estate under probate rules.
Without surety on the bond: The personal representative was allowed to serve without posting a bond to protect the estate.
Informal procedure: Administration under the state probate code that doesn't require court approval of routine actions.

Full Notice Text

Commonwealth of  Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Berkshire Division  44 Bank Row Pittsfield, MA 01201 (413) 442-6941  INFORMAL PROBATE PUBLICATION NOTICE Docket No. BE26P0316EA  Estate of: Stanley Joseph Date of Death: 04/04/2026  To all persons interested in the above captioned estate, by Petition of Petitioner Jennifer Parks of Roslindale MA.  a Will has been admitted to informal probate.  Jennifer Parks of Roslindale 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 distribution of assets and expenses of administration. Interested parties are entitled to petition the Court to institute formal proceedings and to obtain orders terminating or restricting the powers of Personal Representatives appointed under informal procedure. A copy of the Petition and Will, if any, can be obtained from the Petitioner.  William E Martin Esq Martin Law Offices PC 150 Pittsfield Rd Ste E1 Lenox MA 01240  Ad# 102039 05/19/2026