Q: My friend passed away and gave me a 10 thousand dollar gift in his will and it went through court the
Lawyer said 1 day i will get a check in the mail for that amount its been several months there is a house involved and also 450 thousand dollars when should i stop waiting for the distribution
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A: I would hire a CA attorney to check out the probate case and the property's title. Then you might have some idea of whether to expect a large bequest.
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It can take several months, sometimes even over a year, for an estate to be fully settled and for beneficiaries to receive their distributions, especially if there are complex assets involved, such as a house. The process can be delayed due to various reasons like court proceedings, selling real estate, settling debts, and dealing with taxes.
If it's been several months and you haven’t received the check, it might be a good idea to check in with the estate's executor or the lawyer handling the estate. Ask for an update on the status of the estate, and if there are any issues causing the delay. They should be able to provide you with a timeline or clarify if there are any remaining steps that need to be completed before distributions are made.
Keep in mind that probate can be a slow process, and it often requires patience. However, staying informed and maintaining communication with the executor or lawyer can help you understand where things stand and what to expect.
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