Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
my mother died with a will my sister was a co-signer on her bank account after the will was signed. That issue was never addressed in her will, except as the remainder of her estate to be divide among her 4 daughters my sister has those accounts
Asked on 3/26/12, 12:44 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
If she was a mere co signer, she has no right to the proceeds. A joint owner would.
Answered on 3/26/12, 12:50 pm
Lucreita Becude
Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.
It would depend on how the account is drawn up. I suggest you get an attorney - soon - or your share will be gone.
Answered on 3/26/12, 12:55 pm
Marc J. Soss
Marc J. Soss, Esquire
Unless she intended the account to be merely a "convenience account" the joint account owner will be entitled to the account proceeds. The burden will rest with you to prove it was a convenience account to be successful if she refuses to share with all siblings.
Answered on 3/26/12, 5:04 pm
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