Court bonds — also called judicial bonds — are surety bonds required by a court to protect the parties involved in a legal proceeding. Probate bonds are a major subset, required when someone is appointed to manage the assets or affairs of another person, such as a deceased person's estate or an incapacitated individual. The court sets the required bond amount based on the value of the assets or the potential exposure.
Common Types of Court & Probate Bonds
Probate & Fiduciary Bonds
- Executor / Administrator bond — required when someone administers a deceased person's estate, guaranteeing they distribute assets honestly and lawfully
- Guardianship bond — required when a guardian is appointed for a minor or incapacitated person, protecting the ward's assets
- Conservatorship bond — required when a conservator manages the estate of someone who cannot manage their own affairs
- Trustee bond — guarantees a trustee faithfully manages trust assets for beneficiaries
Judicial Bonds
- Appeal bond — required when appealing a judgment, guaranteeing payment of the judgment plus costs if the appeal fails
- Attachment bond — protects a defendant when a plaintiff seeks to attach property before judgment
- Injunction bond — protects a defendant from damages if an injunction is later found to be wrongful
- Replevin bond — required when recovering possession of personal property in dispute
Court Deadlines Matter
Court and probate bonds often come with tight deadlines. We understand the urgency and work quickly to get you bonded so you can fulfill your appointment or protect your rights on time.
How Court Bond Amounts Are Set
Unlike a fixed license bond, court bond amounts are set by the court. Probate bond amounts are typically based on the value of the estate or assets being managed, plus expected income. Appeal bond amounts are based on the judgment being appealed. We help you determine the exact amount required.
How Much Does It Cost?
You pay an annual premium based on the bond amount and, for larger bonds, your personal credit and financial situation. Probate bonds for fiduciaries are underwritten with attention to the responsibilities involved. We work with sureties experienced in court bonds to secure competitive rates.
How to Get a Court or Probate Bond
- Contact us with your court order or bond requirement.
- Complete a short application.
- Get approved and pay your premium.
- Receive your bond to file with the court.
Why Advanced Surety?
Court and probate bonds require a surety partner who understands the urgency and the fiduciary responsibilities involved. We work with A-rated sureties experienced in judicial bonds and move quickly to meet your court deadlines — with personal guidance every step of the way.