Q: Father passed away in 2010 in Puerto Rico. How can I find out if he left an inheritance?
We were not aware of this possibility until his widow contacted one of my siblings asking him to sign a document as a release for things. She did not explain in details, and we get the sense he left something but she is unwilling to tell us. Since raising questions about what that document was for, she has retracted and decided not to proceed with mailing the form for us to sign, simply saying in time she will call us and explain. We live in the US, so we are not sure how to proceed.
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I am sorry for your loss. You should consult an attorney licensed in Puerto Rico to find out about the local probate laws. The attorney may be able to search the court index for any probate case pending, or help you run an asset search on your late father.
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