Brother died in 2012 - will in 1990; divorce filed in 1997 ; codicil to will in 1998 that removed ex-wife, her son, and her relatives. After codicil, remainder is left to 2 godchildren - no relation to deceased - who haven't been seen by the deceased or any other family members in 20-25 years. Unsure of location or if still alive.
Can the will be considered invalid and put the estate through 'intestate' probate in Michigan?
Belief is that the codicil was not an overall review of the will, but was a change to remove particular parties at that time. Since then, nieces and nephews born that deceased was extremely close to. If 2 heirs are found, can they be approached regarding a settlement and, if so, how should that be documented?
At death, was selling a second property, although no paperwork accepted/signed at that time. Now purchasers want to buy.
Who can sell the property? Who can rent out the property until probate clears the title for sale? Can a family member petition the probate court for authority to do this?
Can the will be considered invalid and put the estate through 'intestate' probate in Michigan?
Belief is that the codicil was not an overall review of the will, but was a change to remove particular parties at that time. Since then, nieces and nephews born that deceased was extremely close to. If 2 heirs are found, can they be approached regarding a settlement and, if so, how should that be documented?
At death, was selling a second property, although no paperwork accepted/signed at that time. Now purchasers want to buy.
Who can sell the property? Who can rent out the property until probate clears the title for sale? Can a family member petition the probate court for authority to do this?
