Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

It all depends on the trust documents. You need to have them reviewed by an attorney.

If the trust was not amended before your grandparents death, it is too late for it to be amended now, because it has become irrevocable. If you are named as a beneficiary in the original trust, or in any amended trust, then you have a right to see the trust instrument.

I am sorry for your losses.

Because your grandparents' assets would be passing through their trust, the trust documents will determine whether and what you receive from them.

It is possible that, even though they might not have amended the trust to include you, you may receive something through your mother's share.

Therefore, you really need to have an attorney review the trust documents. You should also get an idea of what the total value of the property is in the trust, if possible.

Let me know if you want to discuss this.

J. Caleb Donner

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I would start by demanding a copy of your grandparents trust ASAP and have that trust reviewed by an attorney. The trust document will detemine what rights, if any, you have.

If we can be of assistance, please feel free to call me to discuss your matter further.

Jon Reich

310.478.2541

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