Q: How would I know if I was named in a trust if my estranged family didn't have my address
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If you suspect you may have been named in a trust but your estranged family doesn’t have your address, there are a few ways to find out. The trustee, who manages the trust, is legally required to notify you if you are a beneficiary. If they don’t know where to find you, they might attempt to locate you through other means, such as hiring a third party to search for your contact information.
You can also reach out to the court if you have reason to believe a trust exists. Depending on the type of trust, some information might be filed with the court, especially if the trust becomes part of a probate process. Checking with local probate records could reveal important details about any trust involving your family.
If you're still uncertain, you could try contacting any attorney or financial advisor that you think might be handling the family’s affairs. They might be able to guide you toward finding out whether you are a named beneficiary. Keeping your contact details updated with any close connections could help prevent being missed in such situations.
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