Judicial & Fiduciary Bonds
Probate, Appeal & Guardianship: Court Bonds Issued Same-Day
Secure your court-required surety bond instantly. We meet all court requirements so you can file with the Clerk of Court today.
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What type of bond does the court require?
Check your court order or letter from the judge.
On a strict deadline?
Don't risk a continuance. We offer same-day digital bonding for most probate and civil bonds so you can file with the Clerk of Court immediately.
Which bond fits your situation?
Courts require bonds to guarantee that you will perform your legal duties honestly.
- Probate / Executor: Required when someone passes away and you are managing their assets.
- Appeal Bond: Required if you lose a lawsuit and want to delay payment while you appeal the decision.
- Replevin: Required if you are suing to get property back (like a car or equipment) before the trial ends.
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What is your role in the case?
This helps us match you with the right surety carrier.
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What is the required bond amount?
This is usually set by the judge based on the value of the assets or judgment.
Does bond amount affect the price?
Yes. The “premium” (what you pay) is a small percentage of the “bond amount” (the coverage limit required by the court).
You do not pay the full bond amount. You only pay the premium — typically 0.5% to 2% — to the surety company.
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Anything else?
Optional coverages for fiduciaries.
How does a court surety bond work?
A surety bond is a three-party contract. It is not insurance for you — it is a guarantee for the court that you will follow the law.
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The Principal (You)
The person required to file the bond and perform specific duties — for example, an Executor managing an estate. -
The Obligee (The Court)
The entity requiring the bond. The court demands it to protect the estate or the opposing party from misconduct. -
The Surety (Us)
The insurance company backing your promise. If you fail in your duties, we pay the court, and you reimburse us.
Bottom line
How much does it cost?
Pricing is based on credit history and the type of bond. Most premiums are just 0.5% to 2% of the bond amount.
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Best rates
Probate / Administrator Bond
0.5% – 1% of bond amount
Example: For a $100,000 bond, you pay $500 – $1,000 per year.
- No credit check for bonds under $25k
- Instant issue available
- Court-accepted nationwide
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Higher risk
Appeal & Civil Bonds
1% – 2% of bond amount
Example: For a $50,000 judgment, you pay $500 – $1,000 per year.
Appeal bonds often require 100% collateral (cash or letter of credit) in addition to the premium.
Trusted by attorneys and fiduciaries nationwide
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Bonds issued monthly
A+
Surety carrier rating
24hr
Average turnaround
50
States covered
When you might need a court bond
Court bonds are required by judges in three main situations: when you’re managing someone else’s money or property, when you’re appealing a court decision and want to delay payment, or when you’re temporarily seizing property as part of a lawsuit.
If a court has ordered you to post a bond, the order will specify the amount and the type. Bring that order with you when you apply — it has all the information we need.
What courts we work with
We issue bonds accepted by all 50 state court systems and federal courts. Our bonds meet the formatting and underwriting requirements of every Clerk of Court in the United States. If your court has a specific bond template, we can use that template — just upload it during your application.
Frequently asked questions
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