Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
My father passed away in Georgia in 1997 leaving a trust. My step-mother passed away in Georgia in 2009 leaving a trust from my father and herself. My sister & I do not know if step-mom had a will in place. Have been requesting a copy of the trusts and a will if there is one and are continually denied these from our step-brothers. Heard through other family members that we were left out entirely including antiques that belonged to out fathers' family. Step-brothers "graciously" gave us the household furniture and antiques at mostly garage sale prices. One step-brother apparently inherits two houses & everything else. If we were cut out, fine I guess, what can we do? However, why does he refuse to show us a copy of the trusts and will? If I was the only inheritor and everybody else was eliminated and asking questions, the first thing I would do is show them the proof, i.e. trust & will. The one house is in closing at this date. (Sept. 28th). Does not make sense to me or my sister.
2 Answers from Attorneys
You should ask or consult with an attorney in Georgia. In Florida, you can require the custodian to file a copy of the will with the court, and then you can obtain a copy of the will from the court. I have no idea if the same rule applies in Georgia.
I would have had you formally request a copy of both the will and trust so you can see the real truth-who knows until you see it what the real truth is about the documents. If you need help e-mail me you phone number.
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