Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Kentucky
probate
my father and stepmom had a joint will in kentucky,my dad passed in 2005 and his will was never probated,it this legal to handle it like that?
Asked on 5/22/07, 5:09 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Gregory Napier
Troutman & Napier, PLLC
Re: probate
Much more detail is needed to know whether something is being done incorrectly here. But, the general rule is that if there is a will, it should be probated so that it is given legal effect.
Answered on 5/25/07, 4:25 pm