Where To Look For A Missing Will

The best place to begin looking for a missing will is with the family and friends closest to the deceased. Other parties to work with include the deceased’s lawyer, employer, business associates, personal friends who may have acted as witnesses to the will, and any banks in which the decedent kept an account.

If you suspect that the will is kept in a safety deposit box, there are specific rules under California Probate Code that restrict access to a deceased person’s box. As your attorney, I can explain the process for accessing a safety deposit box, locating an international will, proving a will has been lost or destroyed, or resolving intestacy proceedings. To read a more in-depth explanation of these and other probate proceedings, visit this site’s articles archive. There you will find numerous explanations of various probate matters and information for reaching my office.

Of course, for a clear explanation and assistance with your specific probate matters, I encourage you to contact me directly.