Father deceased befor receiving his workers comp settled claim
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Father deceased befor receiving his workers comp settled claim
Workers comp settled for an amount, but my father died before receiving the funds. His attorney said I need a probate attorney.His claim is in Illinois and he died in Arizona. Which state do I need to hire a probate attorney in?
Asked on September 21, 2017 under Estate Planning, Arizona
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your loss. You would open the estate in the state in which your Father was legally domiciled at the time of his death. So if he was a resident of Arizona then open the Probate there. The laws in Illinois may require an ancillary proceeding there to receive the Comp funds. His attorney there will know. Good luck.
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