If my 2 sisters and I are executors of my late mother’s Will and 1 sister has taken all her diamond rings and given things away, what do we need to do?

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If my 2 sisters and I are executors of my late mother’s Will and 1 sister has taken all her diamond rings and given things away, what do we need to do?

There were 2 full houses and jewelery.

Asked on August 22, 2012 under Estate Planning, North Carolina

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry for your loss and the situation.  Do you meant hat she has in some way "dissipated" estate assets and "breached" her fiduciary duty?  Then you can go after her and go after the assets to have them be part of the estate.  But the line is very thin.  Seek help.  Good luck.


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