Q: Can I file probate from California for my mom or does it have to be in Florida where she passed she has belongings here
There is 2 storage units here in ca with the contents of my moms house her bank account was moved to florida 3 yrs ago when my sister with power of attorney took her along with proceeds of the home being sold and my dads large coin collection. Do I have to be in person if florida to file probate or can I do it from California being she has belongings in storage in this state?
A: You can probably collect the contents of the storage units, if that is all she has in California, with a small estate affidavit. For the assets in California, you need to consult a Florida probate attorney.
A: I meant, for the assets in Florida, you need to contact a Florida probate attorney.
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