Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Nevada
Wills
If a person claims they have a will, but the will is not given to anybody, upon that persons demise, how can one find out if a will actually exists?
Asked on 6/15/08, 11:52 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Smith
James E. Smith Ltd.
Re: Wills
A fax to the attorneys in the area who prepare wills or a search in the probate files are two ways to look for the will.
Answered on 6/15/08, 12:30 pm
Jeffrey Cogan
Jeffrey A. Cogan, Esq., Ltd.
Re: Wills
Usually, the lawyer who prepared the will keeps a copy and lawyers will put a request through the bar to see if there is a will on file with a lawyer. Further, you can look in his papers after the purpose dies, go to the bank where the person banks to see if there is a safe deposit box with a will. Ask a spouse or relative if they have been given a copy. The person may only want people to know after they pass away.
Answered on 6/15/08, 12:30 pm