Inheritance Dispute Legal Steps

Summary

Your stepfather withholding jewelry left to you in your mothers will can be addressed by retaining a probate attorney and filing a petition in Crawford County Probate Court, Kansas. Gather evidence of the will and your entitlement to the jewelry. This general advice may not fully apply to your specific situation.

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My mother died * Months ago and my step dad is keeping the jewelry, And my mom wanted me to have it. I haven't talked The steve since the funeral. In the will my mom left my jewelry to me. I don't know if I need to get a lawyer or just wait?
Hello Emily, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It would be helpful to know which country or state you're located in. This information will help me provide a more accurate advice.
My mom lives in kansas and I am in missouri.
Hello Emily, I'm sorry for your loss. In your situation, you may:
- Contact an attorney for guidance
- Consult the probate court in your mom's county in Kansas
- Consider reporting potential will violation
Please confirm your mom's county so I may provide further details.
Crawford county
Hello Emily,
Here are the general legal steps you can take:
- Retain a probate attorney.
- File a petition in the Crawford County Probate Court in Kansas to enforce the will.
- Gather evidence of your mother's will and your entitlement to the jewelry.
Please note, this is general advice and may not fully apply to your situation.