In this chapter, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Local administration" means administration by a personal representative appointed in this state pursuant to appointment proceedings described in chapter 3.
(2) "Local personal representative" includes any personal representative appointed in this state pursuant to appointment proceedings described in chapter 3 and excludes foreign personal representatives who acquire the power of a local personal representative pursuant to 72-4-310.
(3) "Resident creditor" means a person domiciled in or doing business in this state who is or could be a claimant against an estate of a nonresident decedent.