What if Someone Hides the Will?

If someone hides a will, it can create a lot of problems for the beneficiaries and the executor of the estate. When a person passes away, their will is typically filed with the probate court in the jurisdiction where they resided. This is done to ensure that the will is valid and to initiate the process of distributing the assets in accordance with the deceased person's wishes.

If someone hides a will, it may delay the distribution of the estate and create uncertainty and confusion among the beneficiaries. In some cases, the hidden will may not be discovered at all, which can lead to an even more complicated situation.

If you suspect that someone has hidden a will, you should contact a solicitor, such as ourselves, via the following link who deals in estate planning and probate law. We can help you explore your legal options and take steps to try and locate the will. In some cases, it may be necessary to go to court to compel the person who is hiding the will to produce it.

Ultimately, it's important to remember that hiding a will is not a smart or ethical choice. It can create unnecessary stress and conflict for the family and can even lead to legal consequences for the person who is responsible for hiding the will.

Our solution to this is to use our Digital Vault, wherein all important documents can be uploaded, including the Will, and funeral wishes, last wishes, letters to loved one, list of assets and liabilities, titles, you name it.

You may also wish to read our blog post “How can I let me Family know where to find my Will?”

Disclaimer:

The aforesaid is not legal advice and is only general in nature. Please obtain advice specific to your own circumstances, alternatively get in touch with the writer at http://hazelegal.com.au Please note that we do not endorse any of the services mentioned in this article, they merely serve as an example.