My grandma's estate was never settled and now my mom passed, so does my mom's share go to her kids?
Full Question:
My Grandmother died approximately 10 years ago. My uncle was named executor. The estate was to be divided among 5 children, my Mother being one of them. My Grandmother's Estate was never settled. My Mother died in 2003, never receiving her share of my Grandmother's estate. Can I do anything to make my uncle finalize Grandmother's estate and give my brohters and me what my Mother should have received?
04/29/2009 |
Category: Wills and Estates |
State: ALL |
#16377
Answer:
Generally, an estate is probated in the county where the
deceased resided at the time of death. Statutes of limitations for
probating an estate vary by state. In some states, a court will toll the
statute of limitations for equitable reasons, such as a failure to
discover the will. I suggest contacting a local attorney who can review
all the facts and documents involved in light of local laws.