What is the name of your state? MA. My grandmother passed away this past June and her will was probated in October 2004. I received notice by the executor's attorney that I am mentioned in the will. Therefore, I obtained a copy of the will and there are two specific bequests to me for two diamond rings. However, the executor has said things which lead me to believe that he isn't going to give me the rings. It has been three months and I have not heard anything. I am wondering how do I go about getting the rings that were left to me under the will? Is there a time frame that I have to wait to get the rings, for example until the probate process is comepletely done? Thanks.
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How to get bequest left to me in will?
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BelizeBreeze
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Contact the executor's attorney and ask when you can expect the rings.
So exactly what did the attorney say? Does the will mention the value of the rings?
Is there anyone in the family who knows where she purchased the rings or how she acquired them so that perhaps you could go to the source and get valuation or testimony from a store clerk that the items were sold to her?
If you have a description of the rings or a picture, I would consider visiting local pawn shops to see if perhaps the attorney or a third party may have pawned them.
DANDY DON IN OKLAHOMA (tiekh@yahoo.com)
Is there anyone in the family who knows where she purchased the rings or how she acquired them so that perhaps you could go to the source and get valuation or testimony from a store clerk that the items were sold to her?
If you have a description of the rings or a picture, I would consider visiting local pawn shops to see if perhaps the attorney or a third party may have pawned them.
DANDY DON IN OKLAHOMA (tiekh@yahoo.com)
I called the attorney today and he informed me that I will not get the rings until probate is closed and that will be one year from the date of her death (which would be In June of 2005). He told me that the reason is in case any unknown creditors come forth. If this happens and there is not enough money left in the estate, then the rings (assets) can be sold to pay off the debt. However, he said that he doesn't see that happening. The rings belonged to my great grandmother and have been passed down from generation to generation. The will does not mention the value of the rings. However, I believe that as part of the probate process the rings have to get appraised. The executor mentioned to my father that he got them appraised, but he didn't tell him how much they are worth.
Well, you now know where the rings are which must be a great relief. Yes, the rings have to be appraised. The appraisal will be included in the probate file.JS2778 said:I called the attorney today and he informed me that I will not get the rings until probate is closed and that will be one year from the date of her death (which would be In June of 2005). He told me that the reason is in case any unknown creditors come forth. If this happens and there is not enough money left in the estate, then the rings (assets) can be sold to pay off the debt. However, he said that he doesn't see that happening. The rings belonged to my great grandmother and have been passed down from generation to generation. The will does not mention the value of the rings. However, I believe that as part of the probate process the rings have to get appraised. The executor mentioned to my father that he got them appraised, but he didn't tell him how much they are worth.
JS2778 said:I called the attorney today and he informed me that I will not get the rings until probate is closed and that will be one year from the date of her death (which would be In June of 2005). He told me that the reason is in case any unknown creditors come forth. If this happens and there is not enough money left in the estate, then the rings (assets) can be sold to pay off the debt. However, he said that he doesn't see that happening. The rings belonged to my great grandmother and have been passed down from generation to generation. The will does not mention the value of the rings. However, I believe that as part of the probate process the rings have to get appraised. The executor mentioned to my father that he got them appraised, but he didn't tell him how much they are worth.
Is it a customary and usual practice in any state, that probate is not closed until one year after a person's death?
DGO