Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: My Aunt Lottie' Will

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You will need to contact the Personal Representative (f/k/a the Executor) to determine whether or not the Will was fled. If not, request a copy from the Personal Representative.

If you already tried to get a copy and have been refused, the only option is to hire an attorney who can force the Personal Representative who may be able to convince him/her to provide a copy or alternatively require the individual to file the Will with the Court pursuant to Florida law. You can also file the probate and ask for yourself to be designated by the Court as the Personal Representative due to the refusal of the named party to act.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Miami, Florida 33179