Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

My dad passed away last week. I found out I was left out of the Will. I called the attorney of record and he said, he will not forward a copy of the Will.

I'm the daughter and have a right to this!


Asked on 4/20/14, 8:11 am

4 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

If the will is going to probate, the court has a copy.

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Answered on 4/20/14, 8:13 am
Barry Stein De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary

The attorney has to file the Will for probate with the Clerk within a specified time by Statute. Hire an attorney to assist you in the pursuit of the probate.

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Answered on 4/20/14, 8:15 am

Pursuant to Florida Statutes,the will needs to be deposited (filed) with the court within 10 days. This means the will becomes public record and you can obtain it by going to the courthouse in the county where your father last resided. Keep in mind, however, that your father in his will can exclude you.

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Answered on 4/20/14, 8:26 am
Joseph Pippen Law Office of Joseph Pippen & Associates

The attorney will file the will and it will be a public record which you may obtain.

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Answered on 4/20/14, 2:51 pm


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