Mom passed almost 11 months ago and I haven't heard anything about her estate. She died without a will and there are 3 other siblings.
2006-07-22 07:00:49 · 8 answers · asked by koffee 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
You can contact the lawyer. You may not get an answer that satisfies you. If you don't:
Go to the local probate court or surrogate court. Ask to inspect the file. Ask a clerk if someone can explain the probate process, and the time frames.
Or, if you are living in a State other than the one in which the will is being probated, talk to a lawyer, and if you have the money, hire a lawyer to find the answer.
2006-07-22 07:08:45 · answer #1 · answered by Ogelthorpe13 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was the executrix of my grandmother's will, and my aunt contacted my lawyer several times to get updates so I don't see why you couldn't. The worst case scenario is that they're going to tell you that they can't divulge any info. You should bear in mind that these things do take quite a bit of time however. Here in Canada it can take up to a year to get a clearance certificate. And other things have to be dealt with as well, such as clearing up any taxes owing, paying off all the outstanding bills etc. Lots of paperwork and quite a burden on the executor, especially if they want to make everyone happy. My grandmother also died without a current will, and we were forced to use one from 20 yrs ago that didn't even make sense today (ppl were still alive back then, others hadn't been born yet etc). It was a complete mess and I hope to never go through anything like that again. I am no longer on speaking terms with my aunt either which is unfortunate. Try to let things run their course, but it shouldn't hurt to get an update.
2006-07-22 14:44:32 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can contact the lawyer. The executor has certain things they have to sign and witness, blah, blah, blah, but you are absolutely allowed to call the lawyer and ask where they are on the estate being divided. You might want to phrase it a little bit better than I did however! Maybe ask if there is anything you need to do to help! They should be able to tell you if they have filed with the court for the judge to make the ruling and you have the right to ask what that date is and so on! Good luck!
2006-07-22 14:10:17 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Id suggest sending a brief note. You can also go to the court and see what is in the file
2006-07-22 14:29:18 · answer #4 · answered by aprilx4u 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the lawyer and if he dont speak to you get another lawyer.
2006-07-22 14:09:32 · answer #5 · answered by Busy Lady 2010 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im going throught the same thing.The district attorney told us that it will take 8-12 months
2006-07-22 14:02:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
definatly contact the lawyer.
2006-07-22 14:02:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you should
2006-07-22 14:04:09 · answer #8 · answered by Tedi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋