If you are concerned that the executor and/or attorney are not being forthcoming with information relating to probate, you may want to hire your own attorney to have contact with them directly on your behalf. Many estates are squandered during the probate process unnecessarily, and it often makes sense to retain your own attorney - particularly if your inheritance is sizable. Many attorneys who handle these types of issues, including me, offer free initial consultations, so it typically doesn't hurt to at least reach out to someone for additional information.
Good luck going forward. -Jay Mills
Answered on Nov 29th, 2012 at 3:36 PM