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My mother passed on January 12,2019 in New York. My youngest sister was appointed executor of will. She claims she will claim all of my moms things and house I and all my sisters are named in will. I called the lawyer who made up the Will with my parents in 1998. They refuse to give me a hard copy along with my sister. She gave me a phone copy that I requested but cant read. I need to know if I need a probate lawyer in Florida
Asked on February 18, 2019 under Estate Planning, New York
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
As a beneficiary who is listed in the Will, you have a right to see it; you are entitled to a copy. Even if you are not listed, you still have a right to view it as you are an "interested party", that is someone who stands to inherit as an heir in the event no Will actually exists. At ths point, since the executor, your sister, is not complying with the law you should consult directly with a local probate attorney who can best advise you further.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
As a beneficiary who is listed in the Will, you have a right to see it; you are entitled to a copy. Even if you are not listed, you still have a right to view it as you are an "interested party", that is someone who stands to inherit as an heir in the event no Will actually exists. At ths point, since the executor, your sister, is not complying with the law you should consult directly with a local probate attorney who can best advise you further.
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