QUESTION
What are my rights as a next of kin.
Asked on Sep 13th, 2011 on Wills and Probate - Illinois
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My uncle passed away. I am the next of kin however we have lost touch over the year. I do have an old will and am not sure if a new one has been written. I have talked to management company where my uncle lives. They state that there are two people claiming my uncle left his mobile home to them. I do not know what my uncle has or in fact if there is anything. However there is a man who seems to be taking over my uncle''s affairs. He is uncooperative. Do I have any legal rights and what should my next step be. My uncle lived in California and I live in Illinois. If I hire an attorney does it need to be one in California?
1 ANSWER
Tonya Coles
I practice in Ohio, so I cannot give you specific information about your rights as next of kin in California or Illinois. I recommend however, that you contact a lawyer in California to discuss your rights. If your uncle died in California and his property was held there, this matter will need to be addressed in California. Contact a lawyer in or near the county where your uncle lived, and explain your situation. That attorney can help you find out whether or not there is a newer will, and can help you decide if you need to file the will you have in probate court.
Answered on Sep 14th, 2011 at 1:42 PM