Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio
If a person is a permanent resident of Florida, but may own some assets in Ohio, what items in Ohio would require a executor to open up an estate in Ohio?
Thanks.
Asked on 10/05/09, 11:26 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Christine Socrates
Meyers, Roman, Friedberg & Lewis
If the decedent owns property that is physically located in Ohio, ex. real property, that does not have a beneficiary designation or is not owned jointly with right of survivorship, it must pass through probate. If the decedent is a resident of Florida and an estate is opened there, then an anxilliary administration must done in the county where the property is located. If you have further questions, you can contact me through http://www.socrateslegal.com.
Answered on 10/05/09, 11:35 pm