Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey
How to get a will
Both my aunt and uncle have pasted away, how do we legally get into there house to get there will before other side of familly get sin there an destroys it possibly?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: How to get a will
If you want to avoid World War III, my advice is to contact the local police or Sherriff's office and have them escort you/and or the other side of the family into the house to conduct a search for the Will. Also, if you know what law firm drafted the Will, you may also want to call them and see if they have the original Will or a copy.
Re: How to get a will
I agree with Jon, but offer another possibility, if you cannot get the other side to agree or find the lawyer: Apply to the Surrogate's Court to be administrator of the estate. This may be a little expensive, as it is possible that a fiduciary bond may be required. This appointment will allow you access to the house. If you find a Will, you can then change from an adminitration to a Will probate.
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