Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

Re: ''Head of estate not aware of money''

First, go to the Surrogate's Court and get a copy of the Will and inquire whether or not there had been an accounting made by the Executor (either formally or informally). This will give you a starting place. Since you were presumably a minor you might ask your parents directly if they have any knowledge of this matter. If the "Trust" generated income it may have paid taxes or passed the income tax burden on to you by forwarding a K-1. This is primarily a detective job that a knowledgable lawyer may be able to assist you with.

Re: ''Head of estate not aware of money''

Try to contact the executor and get a copy of the Will. There may be a successor trustee named, and they may be able to give you information. You may also be able to contact the bank where the assets were held, to trace where it might have gone for investment. Contact the State Inheritance Ta xDepartment to see if any returns were filed. This may lead to information. Or, try the Surrogate's Court where the Will was probated.