South Bend, WA asked in Probate for Washington

Q: If a person disappears and is not found, how long do the heirs have to wait for inheritance in Wash State?

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Michael D. Whipple
Michael D. Whipple
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  • Probate Lawyer
  • Spokane, WA
  • Licensed in Washington

A: These types of cases always prove interesting and answers really depend on the particular facts and circumstances-However, a general rule of thumb is 7 years.

If possible, you want to have the county coroner or medical examiner make a declaration of presumed death. We have been successful in having the court make this determination where there was no suitable alternative.

Michael Whipple

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