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Mom passed away. I had POA before she passed. Check is in the estate of and my name. What do i do to cash it? Under $4000.00
Asked on Jul 13th, 2020 on Wills and Probate - Louisiana
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When my mom passed away in April 2020 she had money in the Nursing Home account for less than $4000.00. Check is in The Estate of and My name. How do I cash it? I had POA before she passed.
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The POA expires with the death of the person who granted it. If there was no Will, you can bring a survivorship/heirship action. Some states have a simplified proceeding for a small estate. Contact a probate attorney in the parish in which your mother died.
Answered on Jul 14th, 2020 at 7:52 AM
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