QUESTION
Can I intervene in a probate matter if it is still pending?
Asked on May 30th, 2014 on Estate Planning - Michigan
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I recently discovered that my stepmother's estate is still open. She died 8 years ago. I assume it has been contested by her children. I am a stepdaughter and most of what she had was from my father who died in 1998. Her estate was to go to charity according to her will and I assumed that is where it went. Is there any notice requirement to other heirs in law if a will is contested? It is ready to be settled. Is it too late for me to intervene?
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You may be able to find out what was done, but you would not be considered to be an heir of your stepmother under Michigan law. Since probate files are public, you can review the file by going to the court and requesting to see the file. You can make copies of anything there. It may not tell you exactly what has transpired, but you will get a fairly good idea.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2014 at 4:39 PM
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Without many more facts it is impossible to answer your question. You should at least confer with an attorney.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2014 at 9:30 AM
If you are an heir, you should have been notified by the personal representative. You can contact that person or attorney to see if you are an heir.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2014 at 8:34 AM
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From what you said, I do not see that you have standing to intervene anyway. It doesn't matter if her estate stemmed from your dad's. Once she inherited him, that's it those things are hers. You are not a party to this at all.
Answered on Jun 02nd, 2014 at 8:23 AM