About Affidavit
An affidavit in which the personal representative of an estate swears or affirms that they will faithfully execute their duties according to Tennessee law and certifies their eligibility to serve.
When you'd use it: When a personal representative is being appointed or confirmed in a probate proceeding and must provide a sworn statement of their fitness to serve and compliance with statutory requirements.
Where to get the official form
The official version of Affidavit is published as a PDF by the Tennessee courts. We checked this link and it resolved to a form on an official court or government website — always download the current version directly from the source rather than a third-party copy:
Verified official PDF
Source: sumnerchancerycourt.com
Link last checked: May 30, 2026
How to file Affidavit in Tennessee
- Step 1 — Confirm you have the correct formUse Affidavit when when a personal representative is being appointed or confirmed in a probate proceeding and must provide a sworn statement of their fitness to serve and compliance with statutory requirements. Double-check it's the right form for your situation — Tennessee probate forms are revised periodically, so verify the name and number against your court's current form list before you start.
- Step 2 — Complete every required fieldFill out Affidavit carefully and review it for errors before filing. Probate cases can already take months — a small mistake on the form can set your timeline back further.
- Step 3 — Get it notarized or witnessed if requiredSome probate forms must be signed in front of a notary or witnesses. Check the instructions on the form itself, and arrange notarization before you file if it's required.
- Step 4 — File it with the correct courtSubmit Affidavit to the probate court or county clerk handling the estate — usually in the Tennessee county where the deceased lived. Ask the clerk how they prefer to receive filings (in person, by mail, or e-filing).