2117.09 Disputed claims. - Ohio Statutes

2117.09 Disputed claims.

If an executor or administrator doubts the justice of any claim presented against the estate he represents, he may enter into an agreement in writing with the claimant to refer the matter in controversy to three disinterested persons, who must be approved by the probate judge.

Upon filing the agreement of reference in the probate court of the county in which the letters testamentary or of administration were issued, the judge shall docket the cause and make an order referring the matter in controversy to the referees selected.

The referees thereupon must proceed to hear and determine the matter and make their report to the court. The referees shall have the same powers and be entitled to the same compensation and the same proceedings shall be followed as if the reference were made under the provisions for arbitrations under a rule of the court of common pleas. The court may set aside the report of the referees, appoint others in their places, or confirm such report and adjudge costs as in actions against executors and administrators. The judgment of the court thereupon shall be valid and effectual.

Effective Date: 10-01-1953