I have a notarized document( a will)written by my parent 20 years ago. What and how I can do to make it valid?
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file it with the probate court, get an attorney
401770
check with the local courts,, start with probate , if the will was filed inm court it will be public record,if not you can file a claim in probate court for the will
826351
If the document your dad signed was legal, then you have a legal case.  But 2000.00 isn't very much money to start with, and a lawyer will probably cost you more than 2000.00.  \n\nYou might want to wait a little while to see how you feel before making a decision about this.  If you get involved with figuring this out now, it may temporarily distract you from the pain of losing your father, but is that what you really want?   I suggest you give yourself time to grieve and to remember things about your dad, and to spend time with your sister, etc.  I hope you and your family can find comfort in each other during this difficult time.
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Check with the probate court, I picked up the papers from them when I applied for guardianship of my nephew. Ours is at the town hall. I did have to have them notarized, and banks aren't willing to do it, so I had a lawyer's secretary who was a notary do it. It was pretty cheap, and easy. The biggest expense was filing the papers -$150.00
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"Is there a website that shows all the laws?  I need a website that shows the laws about deeds and people signing the deed over to a family member that is a minor since my brother died when I was twelve and he signed all his money to me when he died so than my uncle got a hold of the money somehow and split it amongst are hole family so we got a small small small % of the money :( Is there a law against this? Don't I have my own right to have the money that my dead brother signed over to me?(25,000) dollars? I am only 14 now and need to get like proof and stuff before I do this."\n\nThere is no quick answer to your question.\n\nSome states maintain websites that show all that state's statutes (laws) and they can be found through sites such as the one I listed below in the sources area.  But it would be very difficult for you to research this issue if you haven't had at least a little bit of legal research training.\n\nFirst of all, the modern use of the word "deed" most often refers to the conveyance of title in real property-- land.  If your brother left you $25,000, then he probably did so through a trust or a will-- not a deed.  That means the actual legal document must have existed and you'll need a copy of that before you do anything else.\n\nYou're right to believe that it's your money (if it was left to you via a legally enforceable means as described), but since you aren't yet of the age of majority (18 years old) some adult was in control of that money once it was left to you-- and still is.  \n\nIf it was left through a will without being tied to a "testamentary trust" then your parents should have taken control of the funds, but if you have none living, it could have been a guardian or an adoptive parent or someone else named by a court.  If the money was left through a trust, then it's a trustee who is guided by the written terms of the trust. \n\nSuch adults have a "fiduciary relationship" with you so they have a duty to keep or use the money only for your benefit.  That means that person can use the money to help support you-- even if you'd like them to put it in the bank so you can get it when you're older.\n\nSo get answers to these questions:\n1.  How, exactly, did your brother leave you the money?  (Get a copy of the legal document.)\n2.  Was your uncle the "administrator" (or "executor" or "personal representative"-- names vary by state) of your brother's estate?\n3.  Is your uncle the trustee of a trust that was created by your brother (or created by a court pursuant to probate of your brother's estate)?\n4.  Have you benefited from any type of support from your uncle?\n\n(Also keep in mind that whoever handled your brother's estate was entitled to take a small fee for doing so-- a fee that could have come out of your $25,000.)\n\nBasically, you need more information before you can decide how to recover your money.\n\n[This is not legal advice. You should consult a licensed attorney-at-law for legal advice or representation before making decisions that may affect your legal rights.]
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You can get a simple will at 'Staples'.  Make sure that you have it notarized properly with witnesses.  I did my notarization at my bank for no charge.
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GET A LAWYER TO LOOK OVER ANY PAPERWORK YOU MIGHT HAVE, IF THERE IS A WAY THEY'LL FIND IT.
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Two options - you can get a will kit from OfficeMax or other office supply store, or you can get the book/CD from Nolo Press (see link below).\n\nFor most people, nothing else is necessary.\n\nIf you simply write up  your wishes in clear hand-writing (not typed) this will also do. It doesn't even have to be witnessed or notarized. This is called a holographic will.\n\nUse percentages to share out the estate, rather than amounts. That takes care of how values change over time - like "15% of my estate to Ralph".\n\nYou do not need to leave anything to the executor. If you name a company, then they can deduct their fees from the estate before distributing the money.\n\nDon't over think it - you can't say 'rent out this property for two years'; those types of provisions can easily be overturned in the Probate Court. Keep it simple - percentages for primary beneficiaries, specific bequests of heirlooms (my mother's wedding ring to Sarah) and small amounts specified to minor beneficiaries ($500 to my dear friend George).\n\nThat should cover it! If you are using a will kit, or the Nolo Software/book, make note of the requirements for filing, witnesses and notarization - these change from state to state.
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The most current legal document is recognized by the court in most states. You can call the clerk of court (family court) to verify this for your county or state. There are plenty of on-line forms or forms that you can buy that you can complete and have notarized and witnessed. You can ammend a form to make null and void, any and all documents dated previous to (then add the current date of the document). Again, check with the clerk of court, as they will have the most accurate information.
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The only way I could see them not letting you use it is if it wasn't paid in full.  Contact the cemetery, ask them what it was really about.  And you have the right to copies of anything you signed.  I have never heard of that excuse before.  I doesn't matter where he lived.  Get a copy of what you signed and if you feel they were wrong get a lawyer.  That was pretty low and thoughtless of them to tell someone something like that the day of the funeral.  I am really sorry you had to go thru something like that after losing your father.  My condolences.
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There are two different answers [pertaining to a WILL) that can address your question: (A) In order for a Will to be considered valid; It must be witnesses by the Testator [person who dies leaving a Will], the intended Executor (expressly or appointed by the Testator, to carry out the Testator's directions concerning the dispositions made under his will), and a Notary Public who will witness the signing of the Testator and the Executor.  The Notary Public will then Notarize the document to be a "legal instrument" (the attorney is also present).  (B)The execution of the Will is only after the death of the Testator.  The proceeds are disbursed via the attorney's office to the Executor, provided no one contests the contents/fair share of the Will.  If the WILL is contested, the case is handed over to the Probate Court, who will determine (a) whether the Will was executed in accordance with legal requirements (b) to determine the Will's validity. The Probate Court will thereafter determine the settlement of the decedent's estate. Please note: A Will can also contain an Addendum's, whereby the Testator has set-up Trusts Funds  not outlined in the WILL itself, [for the benefit of another], etc. Now, if you were present at a reading of the WILL  and a Trust was mentioned, this document will outline further disbursements of the Testator's wishes, with or without contingencies.   I hope I've answered your question(s).
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http://www.legaldocs.com/misc-s.htm\n\nI am no lawyer, but I think you can make your demand in a well written letter.\n\nWrite to him:\n\nDEMANDD FOR COMPLETE ACCOUNTING OF TRUSTEE _____________ FOR THE YEARS ______ AND _______.\n\nTHIS IS A DEMAN FOR A FULL AND DOCUMENTED ACCOUNTING OF ALL FUNDS SAID TRUST, ______________(hereafter to be called Trust in this demand).  This is to include out expenses of all types for running said TRUST, lawyer fees for running Trust.  This is to include all accounting of fund presently in trustees and any distributions there of.\n\nYou are given 10 days for date of this demand to comply.\n\nSomething to that effect.  \n\nHave the document signed and witnessed and if necessary go to your bank where notaries are free and get them to notarize that that is your signature.  Send you document by registered signed receipt mail.  \n\nMake a formal complainant to the State of Ill. Bar  Association.  The BBB.  And if your brothers and or sisters or whom ever else are in this trust have them copied.  \n\nThey may want to help.\n\nIf this is your trust only.  Get on it quick.  My father left my mother an Estate, her lawyer robbed her blind and left her with no funds. \n\nAgain, I am no lawyer, but you must make your demand in writing as the lawyer can say you never asked for it.  I think you might have a Free Legal Service there also....contact them today!!! \n\nGood luck.
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quoting from the website:\nhttp://www.premack.com/columns/2004/2004-12-07.htm\n\n"Under Texas law, there are three ways that you can create a legally valid will. First, a spoken Will is authorized by a law dating to 1879. You cannot use a spoken will for more than $30 worth of personal items unless three witnesses hear the Will spoken. You cannot give away land using a spoken Will. These limits, and others, are why spoken Wills are not used today."\n\n"Second, a handwritten Will is valid under Texas law if it 1) is entirely in the handwriting of the Will’s maker, 2) contains the date on which it was written, and 3) is signed. Witnesses are not required. However, handwritten Wills are discouraged because while they may be legally valid, they may end up being more expensive to probate than a formal Will if they fail to allow independent probate and waive the executor’s bond."\n\n"Handwritten Wills can also be less reliable. For instance, if any part of the Will is not handwritten (is typed or preprinted) the Will is not valid. If words are used incorrectly, the Will’s meaning may be misinterpreted (the everyday use of a word may not match its legal use)."\n\n"Third, a formal Will is the most thorough choice. To be legally valid, a formal Will must be dated, signed, and be witnessed by two persons who are fourteen or older. To confirm the Will’s validity and eliminate the need for the witnesses to appear in court when the Will is probated, it should also have a specially worded self-proving affidavit. The self-proving affidavit must be signed by the Will’s maker, by the witnesses, and must be notarized. That results in two sets of signatures on each Will."
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You can buy software programs pretty cheap that will walk you through a simple will.  Then take it to a notary to be witness and signed.  I took mine to my bank.  I would put it in my safety box at home.  There is sometimes problems getting it out of your deposit box at the bank.
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Compentancy of the person at the time the 1972 will was created and/or a change in the legal heirs (but this is a tough fight).\n\nGood Luck!!!
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yes it is ...if its unsigned the more than likey the goverment will get whot ever is on the will ...i hope you can get hold of it somehow ...best thing to do is ask you lawer cause if your on the will then surely there some thing thats partl yours good luck
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Avoid court dispute;\n\nAvoid to associate unreliable and careless lawyers in future;\n\nBefore signing any document, you must also check the correctness of the document;\n\nReturn money and get full and final clearance from the other party with undertaking as to non-existence of any dispute between both of you;\n\nSearch for another buyer of the estate/property.\n\nOtherwise, the dispute may cost you too much if resorted to court process, while you would be treated at fault by the court having made a defective agreement.