Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts
stock certifcates
a wife has stock certificates in her name only. She dies.Her will leaves all to the husband. What does he need to do with the certificates to get in his name
Asked on 4/18/05, 9:41 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Alan Pransky
Law Office of Alan J. Pransky
Re: stock certifcates
There are questions that need to be answered before a full answer can be given. However, as a general rule, you need to probate her estate. This may be a small probate or a full probate.
Answered on 4/18/05, 9:52 am
Joseph Murray
Joseph M. Murray, Esq.
Re: stock certifcates
Probate Will, obtain a judgment and submit to Stock company to transfer certificates into his name.
Answered on 4/20/05, 11:06 pm