She gave funds to all heirs except me. We have an estranged relationship. The estate was handled by attorneys in Florida
2007-03-20 14:53:40 · 5 answers · asked by Jazzy 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
if she was left the executor of your moms estate,she can do what she wants as long as your moms debts were paid.we just went through this,however speak with an attorney that does free consults,we are trying to find a loop-hole that will let us all at least have a say in what is left of my grandmas estate.i hope your sis realizes one day that family is more important.
2007-03-20 15:02:22 · answer #1 · answered by mysteria 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Interesting....find a good estate attorney to represent you.
ask for a copy of the will...You will have the answer you need as to whether you were intended to receive a portion of your mothers estate. What were your mothers intentions? Were they followed or misinterpreted? Was the estranged relation with only your sister or with both your mother and sister?
Maybe your sister will give you a copy of the will and any amendments.. without having to hire an attorney and that would ease pain, show good faith and judgement on your sisters part. Good luck...been there...in the end, it never really was about money and realized I never really had the extended family we thought we had. Better off without them..and the money...off to the park...
2007-03-21 02:32:27 · answer #2 · answered by momhee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As soon as the estate closes, she must pay all heirs.
Each state has different time frames for this happening in a timely fashion. In FL, that is considered to be 12 months or can be extended but you would have to be notified.
Check with the Probate attorney - a letter they must sign for will help them understand you are serious about your claim.
No, your sister may not keep the money from you & must show an accounting.
2007-03-20 23:22:47 · answer #3 · answered by Wolfpacker 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes but only temporarily. If you are named in the Will you should legally get your money before the estate closes. She does control the timing but that is all. The probate court can give you copies of all documents like inventories and accountings. If she unduly prolongs the administration try complaining to the court. If she closes the estate without you getting your share hire a lawyer to sue her.
2007-03-20 22:03:20 · answer #4 · answered by spicertax 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
If she is the rep, unless the will states otherwise, then yes she can withhold funds from you
2007-03-20 21:57:19 · answer #5 · answered by independent101 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋