Q: Family member died without will in1950 but there are still assets held by the state today. what 2 do?
No immediate or relative members alive other than myself but I don't have property documents dating back to 1950 but state will not release property to me without those documents. Can I file a quick claim deed on the properties?
A:
There is not enough information in your question to give you a good answer. Is it real property, as I assume from your reference to a Quitclaim Deed? Is it held by the State as unclaimed property? Is it a mineral interest? Does the State claim outright ownership by escheat? There may be ways to address your problem, such as establishing that you are an heir in a simple probate proceeding or possibly a Quiet Title suit. These shouldn't be too expensive if they aren't contested. An attorney will need to ask you questions about the situation and your relationship to the last holder of record title before advising you on next steps. You should contact one soon. Many offer free initial consultations.
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