Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
How do I find a will.
In New York state, How do I find a will of a person that has passed away about one year ago?
Asked on 12/14/08, 6:28 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Walter LeVine
Walter D. LeVine, Esq.
Re: How do I find a will.
PRESEUMING ALL OF MIKE'S SUGGESTIONS DO NOT PAN OUT, A SIMPLE ADVERTISMENT IN THE LEGAL NOTICES SECYION OF A LOCAL PAPER, STATING SOMETHING LIKE "ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION ABOUT A LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF "xx", PLEASE CONTACT (YOUR INFORMATION)" MIGHT GET SOME RESULT.
Answered on 12/17/08, 5:52 pm
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: How do I find a will.
There is no law in NY requiring a will to be filed. However, a will may be filed with the local Surrogate's Court. Therefore, I would check with that court.
I would also contact the decedent's lawyer, accountant, friends, and close family. It is possible that they would know where the will is located.
Mike.
Answered on 12/14/08, 10:25 am
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