Q: I have a probate issue in Malcomb County and need to ask a few questions before filling out the form Who can help me
The deceased had a previous estate opened in 2003. All issues were resolved I am now attempting to deal with insurance issues and need to open the estate but was told the 2003 estate is destroyed do I apply to reopen? I am out of state
A: The old estate is not destroyed. It has been closed. If there is an after-discovered asset then yes, you may need to reopen the estate. For example, if the insurance company will only make out a check payable to the deceased person "John Doe", or "Estate of John Doe", then will need to a way to get authority to cash the insurance company's check. Feel free to call if you have questions. A link to my website is on my Justia profile page.
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