What an I do if my father passed away in another state and the representative of his estate in not being forthcoming with me?
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What an I do if my father passed away in another state and the representative of his estate in not being forthcoming with me?
He died 3 month ago. He named my stepsister as representative. She has not given me a copy of the Will and is not being completely honest.
Asked on July 13, 2015 under Estate Planning, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss and for the situation as it stands. Probate records are public records and you can review them at any time or have a service take a look to see if anything has been filed. She has a fiduciary duty to you so she must respond. I might consider paying an attorney on a flat rate basis to send her a letter as to the status and demand a copy of the Will. There are time constraints involved in probate. You need to act quickly. Good luck.
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