Legal Question in Family Law in Connecticut

probate court

mom died last month, her lawyer did not retain a copy of her will and my brother had her sign everything over to him last year and is now in possession of her belongings. I was to inherit everything as i was the one who stayed and care for the family and property. what do i say in a letter to probate to let them know i wish to contest his ownership as she was cohersed into signing. her will which i believe he has, was not filed. how long should i wait to see if he takes it to probate court. I don't have any formal training in letter writing and don't wish to appear dumb or disrespectful.


Asked on 4/24/09, 9:03 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Linda Subbloie Linda A. Subbloie, Esq.

Re: probate court

You should go down to the probate court in the town where she lived and speak to the probate clerk in person. They are usually very helpful. Explain everything and tell him/her that you want to open an estate, that your brother has the will but probably will not file it. (by law he is required to file it within 30 days of death)Once an estate is opened with the probate court you can seek the relief you are looking for.

You shouldn't wait any longer for your brother to file the will. Just move forward without him.

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Answered on 4/24/09, 10:32 am


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