Does a beneficiary have the right to know that they are a beneficiary?
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Does a beneficiary have the right to know that they are a beneficiary?
Asked on September 19, 2013 under Estate Planning, Illinois
Answers:
Gregory Abbott / Consumer Law Northwest
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Assuming a probate has been filed, yes, all beneficiaries and heirs should be officially and timely notified in writing by the personal representative or executor. If a probate has not yet been filed, then no one yet has a legal duty to notify anyone.
Gregory Abbott / Consumer Law Northwest
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Assuming a probate has been filed, yes, all beneficiaries and heirs should be officially and timely notified in writing by the personal representative or executor. If a probate has not yet been filed, then no one yet has a legal duty to notify anyone.
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