Is it legal that my brother and sister have shut me out regarding details of my mother's death?
Question Details: I am 60 years old and my mother just passed away. We were not in touch for 25 years or so. My sister and brother have frozen me out of any communication. I don't know who my mother's lawyer is although my stepfather was high up on the lawyer chain in their state. Is it legal for them to shut me out? she had a Will.
I am so sorry for your loss. No, they can not shut you out. You have the same rights as they have under the law unless those rights have been limited by your Mother's Will. You have to receive notice of the Will being offered for probate. And once filed it is a public record to view. Maybe you should speak wth an attorney about writing a letter on your behalf. Good luck.
