QUESTION
Is it possible for me to claim my deceased parents and grandparent unclaimed funds?
Asked on Oct 22nd, 2013 on Estate Planning - California
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My mother and father and my grandfather on my mother’s side have all passed away. They all have unclaimed funds. Can I claim those funds?
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Corporate/Business Attorney serving Beachwood, OH
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Christine Sabio Socrates Attorney at Law
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Yes, if you can go to that website and complete the form for unclaimed funds but will also have to provide other required information as well.
Answered on Oct 31st, 2013 at 7:02 AM
yes, you usually can with an original death certifica
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 5:24 PM
Edwin K. Niles
Yes, if you can establish that you are the heir or beneficiary.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 1:18 PM
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You probably need a probate to pick them up. This information is only intended to give general information in response to an inquiry. It does not establish an attorney client relationship. This response is only based upon the limited facts presented and is merely intended to assist you in determining if you should contact an attorney to provide you with legal advice.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 12:58 PM
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Law Offices of Thomas Corcoran Phipps
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You can. You may have to open a case in probate court to get the assets.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 12:02 PM
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Kirton & McConkie A Professional Corporation
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You probably can, but you'll need to show your right to inheritance, either through a probated will or through intestacy proceedings. Both of these mean going to court and getting an order regarding who the heirs are. If more than three years have passed since your parents died, a previously unprobated will cannot be probated. An experienced estate planner and probate attorney can help you with this.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 8:57 AM
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Probate Law Center Richard J. Keyes, PC
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You should be able to claim the funds. Contact the state agency that has the unclaimed funds for more details. You may have to see an attorney to open up a probate estate in order to claim the funds.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 7:53 AM
Business Planning Attorney serving Livonia, MI
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Frederick & Frederick Attorneys at Law
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Perhaps. Are there other heirs, as well? If not, then you can certainly make a claim. What is involved depends on the nature and the size of the claim.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 12:56 AM
Yes, you can make a claim on those funds. You will need to prove that all the named claimants are deceased and that you are a legitimate heir. The funds will need to be divided between all heirs.
Answered on Oct 22nd, 2013 at 10:47 PM
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Likely, but you may have to share with other heirs of equal priority. Speak with an estate attorney to determine how to proceed.
Answered on Oct 22nd, 2013 at 10:28 PM
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Law Office of Victor Waid
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You can make a claim, but you will have to prove your lineage.
Answered on Oct 22nd, 2013 at 9:44 PM