Probate Privacy In Idaho

Summary

Probate records in Idaho are public, but you can request the court to seal them for privacy. This is not usually granted unless theres a significant reason. Consult an attorney for specific advice. You can find a lawyer through the Idaho State Bars Lawyer Referral Service.

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my uncle is going through probate right now and my dad is listed as benificiary on my grandmothers will they don't want anyone in my grandparents hometown knowing that my grandparents are desceased
Hello Heather, in Idaho, probate records are public. However, it's possible to keep it private by requesting the court seal the records. But it's not usually granted unless there's a significant reason. I recommend speaking to an attorney for specific advice.
how do I find one
You can find a lawyer in Idaho by visiting the Idaho State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service online. There, you can search for attorneys by area of practice, including probate law. Here's the website: www.isb.idaho.gov/find-a-lawyer.html.
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You're welcome, Heather! If you have any more questions or need further legal guidance, don't hesitate to ask. I'm here to help you.
thank i
You're welcome, Heather! If you need any more help, feel free to ask. Good luck with everything!