N.D. Cent. Code § 30.1-20-03
30.1-20-03. (3-903) Right of retainer
30.1-20-03. (3-903) Right of retainer
The amount of a noncontingent indebtedness of a successor to the estate if due, or its
present value if not due, shall be offset against the successor's interest. But, the successor has
the benefit of any defense which would be available to the successor in a direct proceeding for
recovery of the debt.