2006-11-22 07:39:47 · 15 answers · asked by PAUL Z 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
The attorney's office will have it on file. You have a right to be at the probate hearing. you also have the right to contest it. get a lawyer bud. let him/her do the work.
2006-11-22 07:41:52 · answer #1 · answered by Quasimodo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If The will was probated it's public record if not then your fathers attorney has a copy on file You May Need a Lawyer To Contest the Will To Be Able To See It.
2006-11-22 07:53:32 · answer #2 · answered by bob r 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the state you are in, and the value of the estate, the court systems will require her to file for probate. If she's required to file for probate, she'll be required to list all heirs to the court, and required to provide a bond in the estimated amount of the estate to the court to ensure that she doesn't screw anyone out of the estate. With that said, if you are worried about her taking what's rightfully yours, contact a local attorney, and ask what you're options are. Depending on the size of the estate, they may write her a letter requesting a copy of the will on your behalf. I believe you have a right to request the court to make you the executor of the will if you so choose. No matter which option you try to follow up with, I would contact an attorney to see what your options are.
2006-11-22 07:50:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you live in the US and are at least 18 years of age, you can go to your city's administrative offices and inquire where it is that you have to go to get a copy of the will. They will more than likely direct you to the Clerk of the Circuit Court. You may have to pay a small fee to get a hard copy of the document but it's well worth it.
If after seeing this document, you still have any doubts as to its content I suggest you seek the advice of a seasoned Will, Trust and/or Probate attorney.
2006-11-22 07:49:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a lawyer. If your father named your stepmother as executor, she doesn't have to give you one. You need someone who can represent your own interests. Has the will gone through probate?
2006-11-22 07:44:02 · answer #5 · answered by sassybree1979 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't know who the attorney is the county recorder can supply it to you, assuming the will was recorded, but I think you have to be named as a legatee. Or maybe not - maybe just being a child is good enough - check with them if the attorney route fails.
2006-11-22 07:45:31 · answer #6 · answered by Bert 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can go to the lawyer who did the will or your can go to the courts house. I think wills have to be filed especially when done by a lawyer. It's worth checking out.
2006-11-22 08:18:04 · answer #7 · answered by kitcat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The will have to be propated go to your local court house. Or call a local attorney.
2006-11-22 07:52:44 · answer #8 · answered by springer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk with an estate lawyer.
2006-11-22 08:06:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know your dads solicators name contact them.Good Luck
2006-11-22 07:54:59 · answer #10 · answered by Ollie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋