QUESTION
Why does my grandmother's attorney need my husband's information?
Asked on Jul 01st, 2013 on Estate Planning - California
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My grandmother died and her attorney wants to get my husband’s information.
14 ANSWERS
Maybe she left him some property.
Answered on Jul 07th, 2013 at 8:49 PM
Thomas Edward Gates
There may be documents and titles that have both parties name, which cannot be discharged without proof of death.
Answered on Jul 07th, 2013 at 8:49 PM
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Maybe so that your husband can get some of the estate? Ask the attorney.
Answered on Jul 07th, 2013 at 8:48 PM
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You should ask. It is hard to say. Maybe he is a Beneficiary.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 6:29 PM
Sanford M. Martin
Such requests should not arouse your suspicions. An attorney representing a person in a probate estate administration matter is required to furnish to the court all available information regarding heirs, beneficiaries, and other interested persons. Law requires that basic information be supplied even regarding minors, grandchildren, etc. So long as the information requested is data explaining the relationship of your husband to the deceased, it should be no concern. Such information is relevant also to the preparation of wills, trusts, and other estate planning. May this information help you to understand the legal probate or estate planning process,
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 6:16 PM
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You would need to ask the attorney why that information is needed. If may be that your grandmother is fond of your husband and wants to leave him something special. Simply ask the question of the attorney. If the attorney's answer is unclear or seems strange, you need to contact a different attorney who can advise you as to what steps to take in this matter.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 6:10 PM
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Probably because he is an heir or beneficiary of her estate.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 5:27 PM
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It sounds like your husband may be entitled to an inheritance. Otherwise, it is really hard to say. There is no reason why you cannot ask the attorney why.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 5:18 PM
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He needs beneficiary information for some filings.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 4:42 PM
Because he is likely mentioned in the will or is a legal heir in the administration of her estate.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 4:25 PM
When there is an estate all the possible heirs need to be notified. It makes the process easier and faster if all the information is provided to the attorney handling the matter.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 11:38 AM
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Is real property involved in your grandmother's estate? If your grandmother left you real estate your husband has what's called an "inchoate" interest in the property just because you are married. It doesn't mean he has any ownership interest but if there are any transactions that take place with that real estate he will have to "sign off" on it with you. If you and your husband live in a community property state (Louisiana, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Nevada, Washington, Wyoming, California, Wisconsin or Alaska) this information might be necessary (i.e., your husband's information).
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 11:07 AM
Shadi Ala'i AlaiShaffer
He may be listed under the trust as a beneficiary or perhaps your grandmother listed him as an Agent to act on her behalf for a specific role.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 9:43 AM
You don't say what information is being requested. If you husband is a beneficiary, it is common for him to have to supply information to the estate attorney.
Answered on Jul 05th, 2013 at 9:43 AM