1. In Colombia, the Probate procedure can be processed using two different authorities: the Family Courts or the Public Notaries.
2. The country is divided, in court jurisdictions, in the case of the Family Courts and in Notarial Circles, in the case of Public Notaries. The jurisdiction or the circles usually correspond to the administrative areas the country is divided, i.e. Departments, cities, and municipalities. In some areas of the country, the jurisdiction of the notaries can comprehend several municipalities. This depends on the population of the different places.
3. The probate process is initiated in the county of the decedent´s legal residence at the time of death, and it can be initiated by anyone of the Public Notaries with jurisdiction over said county, only if and when, all the heirs, legatees, successors, surviving spouse, and assignees are fully capable and competent, they are in agreement and have designated a sole registered and titled attorney.