Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Missouri
If a will is not probated within a year is it still a valid will?
Asked on 10/22/12, 3:02 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Richard Herndon
Richard J. Herndon, Attorney at Law
No it isn't - that's a bright line test in Missouri. You can still have an "heirship" probate administration, but the will is irrelevant.
Answered on 10/22/12, 3:16 pm
Anthony Smith
LawSmith
If the decedent owned property in another State, the will may still be submitted there.
Good luck
Answered on 10/22/12, 3:34 pm