Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Lost Original Will

If the original copy of my mom's will can't be located, will the court accept a copy?


Asked on 1/09/07, 1:44 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Lost Original Will

Yes. You will have to prove to them the original is lost.

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Answered on 1/09/07, 3:51 am

Re: Lost Original Will

When a Will is lost there is a presumption that that the maker of the Will has revoked the Will by distroying it. That said, it is sometimes possible to have a copy admitted to probate. You should talk to a probate attorney in your area.

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Answered on 1/09/07, 9:12 am


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