Montana § 31-2-223 - Duties Of Assignee
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 31-2-223 — Duties Of Assignee, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31-2-223. Duties Of Assignee
Duties of assignee. It shall be the duty of the assignee to: (1) collect and reduce to money the property of the estate and close up the estate as expeditiously as possible; (2) sell the property of the estate as soon as practicable and sell the accounts and bills receivable when deemed advisable; (3) furnish such information concerning the estate as may be requested by parties in interest; (4) keep regular accounts and pay dividends as often as is compatible with the best interests of the estate; (5) file a final report and account at least 10 days before the hearing thereon.
Source: official Montana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 31-2-223
What does Montana Code Annotated § 31-2-223 cover?
Section 31-2-223 ("Duties Of Assignee") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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