If my grandfather passed away and left a Will leaving me with $25,000, how can I get it?

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If my grandfather passed away and left a Will leaving me with $25,000, how can I get it?

One of the requirements to aquire the amount is to open a bank account. The problem is my mother wants to open the account on both our names but I only want to open it under my name alone. Since she refuses to give me the check or the Will so I can open an account myself, what should I do?

Asked on August 18, 2015 under Estate Planning, Florida

Answers:

M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry for your loss.  Are you over the age of 18?  If the answer is yes she can not force that the account be opened with her name as well.  And even if you are a minor she can not with hold the inheritance to get her way rather than complying with the wishes of your Grandfather.  If there is another adult you trust I would ask for help and throw around phrasesd like "breach of fiduciary duty" and file a request for an accounting with the Probate Court.  Good luck.


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