Phoenix, AZ asked in Estate Planning for Arizona

Q: Can I somehow get copy of will and trust from document writer. Is he obligated?

Copies of a recorded will and trust from Probate Court of my late father have recently became known to me. All siblings and I are named as beneficiaries. The recorded documents are deliberately incomplete, pages missing, leaving only the trustee in charge. as no one else is never mentioned again.,

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2 Lawyer Answers
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
Answered
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Licensed in Arizona

A: This could get complicated and messy. Best to consult with a probate lawyer.

William Tyler Melling
William Tyler Melling
Answered
  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Cedar City, UT

A: It seems like there is either some inappropriate conduct, or someone did not prepare the estate documents effectively. Either way, you should probably hire a trusts specialist in your area.

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