How do I get money from a Will if the deceased’s family won’t give it?
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How do I get money from a Will if the deceased’s family won’t give it?
My wife was left a large amount of money over 2 years ago. The family is giving many reasons of why she hasn’t received it yet. They have told us numerous times that we will be receiving the money weekly. How do I go about finding out exactly what she was left and how to get it?
Asked on August 24, 2012 under Estate Planning, Michigan
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss and for the problems that have resulted from the probate. A probate is a public record and you can go to the probate court in the county in which the deceased family member resides and look at the Will and the file. That will give you a good idea of what is going on. Next, you need to seek legal help in getting your wife's money. Once an estate is closed the executor has to distribute the funds. This weekly partial distribution is nonsense. Good luck.
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