Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Utah
My father died leaving all to my mother who is still living. Is his estate closed?
Asked on 6/19/10, 11:16 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Alvin Lundgren
Alvin R. Lundgren, L.C.
Probate should be opened to verify your father's wishes. If he left a trust, the trust governs.
An estate is not closed until all of the bills and last expenses are paid and the remaining property or assets distributed properly.
Answered on 6/21/10, 12:18 pm