Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey
The death of a relative occurred in July 2009; tax forms were sent in with a check to the irs/state on March 1, 2010; how long is the turnover before the inheritance can be released?
Asked on 7/01/10, 6:14 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jonathan Chester
The Law Office of Jonathan S. Chester, Esq., LLC
It really depends on when and where the tax return was filed, and on whether the return is audited or not. Assuming no IRS audit, generally about 6 months from the date of filing.
Answered on 7/09/10, 11:24 am