Full question:
My mother lives in California. Her brother recently passed away. The state is now involved in settling his affairs; however, they want my mother to locate possible heirs to what remains of my uncle's estate. Is that not THEIR job? Also, why are they seeking out nieces and nephews? Shouldn't his remaining assets go to immediate family only (i.e., surviving brothers & sisters)?
- Category: Wills and Estates
- Date:
- State: Utah
Answer:
The state may seek to identify all living relatives, including nieces and nephews, as part of their routine procedure. This is to ensure there are no claims for unpaid debts or other issues related to the estate. They may assume that a spouse or close relative, like your mother, has knowledge of family members who might not be listed in their records.
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