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In New Zealand should a lawyer acting for executor of a will send a bank cheque to a last known address of beneficiary or should a letter be sent asking the beneficiary to contact the lawyer?
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∙ 14y ago
No. The lawyer should consult with an attorney with more experience in probate matters in New Zealand. Lawyers do not usually send bank checks to "last known addresses". The lawyer should establish contact with the beneficiary and usually obtains a written release of any future claim agains the estate.
Please seek advice from an attorney who specializes in probate in your jurisdiction.
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How long should it take to be notified if you are a beneficiary in a will?
Shouldn't be more than a few weeks, particularly if you have been in contact with the executor.
Will you be contacted though you are not a relative but you are a named beneficiary in a will?
Yes, the executor must contact you. They are required to execute the will to the full extent possible.
How can you find someones will?
To find someone's will, you can start by checking with the probate court in the jurisdiction where the person lived or owned property. You can also look for the will in safe deposit boxes, with the person's attorney, or in their home. Additionally, some people keep copies of their will with trusted family members or friends.
A relative died living you the beneficary but you are not sure what insurance company how do you find out?
You may be the beneficiary of the will and there may not be any insurance. If you were named on an insurance policy, the insurance company will find you. They have your name and probably your address, both of which are required to name you as the beneficiary. Also contact the executor of the will, as they may have records on the policies involved.
What does an executor do if a beneficiary does not cash an estate check In this case the estate has been closed for six months?
The executor should contact the beneficiary to see if the check was ever received. If it was they should request it be cashed immediately. If not, depending on the type of check used, that executor should arrange for a replacement. It would seem that the checks were simply mailed out with no request for the beneficiary to sign any release. A signed release shows the funds were received.
Do a lawyer or a the executor of the estate contact you regarding being a beneficiary in a will?
That is part of their responsibility, to notify the heirs. They have to show the court they have made very effort to do so.
What are the Beneficiaries rights in an estate?
"Rights" may not be the appropriate term. A beneficiary has a "claim" to the estate, arising from their inclusion in the will. Anyway, to get to your question, a beneficiary should be given a copy of the will, so that they may view their entitlement, and the entitlement of all the other beneficiaries. Also, the Executor should contact you and inform you of their progress administrating the estate. As a beneficiary, you may have legal recourse if you do not think the Executor is administrating the estate correctly.
What happens when a beneficiary of a will dies before his or her share of the inheritance can be distributed?
If there are no stipulations in the will as to what should be done in the event one of the beneficiaries should die, then the state probate succession laws apply. The executor should contact the probate court for instructions as to the manner in which the deceased beneficiary's share of the estate is to be distributed.
When someone died how do you know if he left anything in the will for you?
Typically, the executor of the deceased person's estate will inform beneficiaries mentioned in the will. If you suspect that you may be mentioned in a will but have not been notified, you can inquire with the executor or contact the estate lawyer handling the matter. Additionally, wills are usually filed with the probate court, so you could check there to see if a will exists and if you are named as a beneficiary.
When a person dies and has life insurance is there a way to find out how much money was left to the beneficiary if you are not the beneficiary?
I believe if you are the personal representative or executor of the will you would need to contact the life company providing them with original death certificate and probate papers and you ought to be able to find the worth out
My mother died eight months ago i haven't receive my life insurance payoff is that normal or not.?
If you are the beneficiary, this is a very long period of time. Consider calling the insurance company and ask what the delay is. If there's an executor, you should contact them as well.
How do you get a copy of deceased will in NY?
Contact a valid executor to the will.
