Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

Another attorney may have taken responsibility for closing the practice of the deceased lawyer. Try looking at https://njcourts.judiciary.state.nj.us/web15z/AttyPAWeb/pages/home.faces and if that doesn't work, call New Jersey Courts 609-292-9580 and ask about the deceased lawyer's practice.

THIS RESPONSE IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE, SINCE I DO NOT HAVE ALL OF THE INFORMATION THAT WOULD BE REQUIRED, AND I DO NOT HAVE A REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT WITH YOU.

* If the answers to your question confirm that you have a valid issue or worthwhile claim, your next step should almost always be to establish a dialog with a lawyer who can provide specific advice to you. Contact a lawyer in your county or township.

* Another reason for contacting a lawyer is that it is often impossible to give a good answer in the Internet Q&A format without having more information. The unique circumstances of your situation and things that you may not have thought to mention in your question may completely change the answer. If you want to be sure that you have a complete answer to your question and an understanding of what that answer means, establish a connection with a lawyer who practices in the area of your concern.

If you cannot locate the original, and your wife's mother died while a resident of NJ, the NJ Courts will typically allow you to probate a copy of the Will. There is a special procedure set up for that. It is not very costly as long as all the heirs sign off.

Please let me know if you require any assistance.

Kevin A. Pollock, J.D., LL.M.

www.PollockAtLaw.com

P: (609) 818-1555

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