How canI get a copy of my mother-in-laws Will?
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How canI get a copy of my mother-in-laws Will?
Asked on September 12, 2011 under Estate Planning, Maine
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Are you listed as a beneficiary? Is your wife? As a matter of law, all people receiving a bequest (gift) under the terms of the Will are notified. At that point you have a right top see a copy. If you are not mentioned in it, then you have no right to see it. That is until it is entered into probate. At that time it becomes a matter of public record and anyone can obtain a copy for a small fee.
Note: If you mother-in-law is still alive, then without her permission you have no legal status to see a copy of her Will; she would have to give her consent.
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