Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Alabama

If someone dies without a will in the state of AL and there is a small amount of money (less than $5,000.00) due the deceased person from an account and there are no surviving children, spouses or parents, what is the best and least expensive way for a niece, great grandchild or other distant relative to claim the money? The release of the money from the account can only be made if we have a document signed by a probate judge or other court official.


Asked on 8/07/09, 10:44 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Seal Law Office of James V. Seal, LLC

This situation will have to go through probate. So you will be subject to those fees.

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Answered on 8/12/09, 10:51 am


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