If my father died 3 years ago and he had a Will, how can I get a copy of it?
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If my father died 3 years ago and he had a Will, how can I get a copy of it?
Asked on June 22, 2015 under Estate Planning, Colorado
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
If he died 3 years ago, chances are that his estate has passed though probate. Accordingly, it would be on file�with the probate court and that makes it a public record so you, or anyone else for that matter, has a right to get a copy of it. If it has not been probated yet,�and if you are a benefciary of it, you would have been officially notified of your inheritance and you could ask for a copy of the Will. Otherwise, you still have the right to see a copy of the Will since you are an "heir at law". In other words, since you would inherit if there was no Will, you are entitled to see a copy of it. In order to obtain a copy, you will need to petiton the probate court.
You need to consult directly with an attorney as to your rights under specific state law.
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