Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
My father died 7 months ago and my stepmother says that he willed her everything. He has a $400K home, paid for before they were married, 29 years. She will not give us a copy of the will. How can I get a copy, and what is the time limit??
Asked on 3/31/10, 2:11 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Madan Ahluwalia
Ahluwalia Law P C
You will have to start probate proceedings. She will have to produce the Will in the court. You can contest it if you like.
Answered on 4/05/10, 2:20 pm
Ken Koenen, LLM
Law Office of Ken Koenen
If she has a will, she needs to file it with the court within 30 days after the death of your father. If there is no will, and the house is in your father's name only, then someone will need to petition the court to probate the estate. You should do so immediately.
Answered on 4/05/10, 4:35 pm
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