Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
What proof do I need to show that I am my deceased nephew's closest living relative?
Asked on 12/13/09, 3:51 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Linden
Scott H. Linden, Esq.
You are gong to need to show that you have a blood relation and then you will probably need to make a publication in one or two local papers (depending on how large the famiy is/was and where they are/were located). This gives other rlatives making claims a chance to make such a claim.
If the gross estate is over $100,000 then you will need to do this through the Probate court. If not, then there is a form process that needs to be followed.
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Answered on 12/18/09, 4:43 pm