How do I go about finding out if my late parents had a will?
If your parents died without leaving you a copy of their will, it can be understandably difficult to know what to do. There may have been some kind of estate planning in place, but it's likely that the details were not well-documented. The best way to find out what happened is to seek out the help of an attorney who specializes in the area of wills and estates . An attorney can look into your parents' past and help you get a better idea of whether they had any prior estate planning documents (including a will), how they intended for the property to be distributed, and who was named as executor or personal representative. If they did have a will, you should be able to find copies at their bank, with their lawyer, or in their safe deposit box (if they had one). You could also ask around for any friends or family members who may have been mentioned in the will and see if they have knowledge about it. A probate search can be done through the court where your parent(s) lived....