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How to conduct a search for a will?
Where & how does one conduct a search for a will?
Asked on June 4, 2009 under Estate Planning, New York
Answers:
J.V., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I am not sure of what you mean. If you mean a person died and you need to locate their will I do not have a solid answer. Basically a person is supposed to leave their will in a safe place with other aware of the location. If this is not the case try to determine what attorney handled said will. They may have a copy which will allow you to proceed to probate.
If not simply start from scratch search the home, safe deposit boxes, and anywhere else they may have left this document.
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