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My Son’s Estate
I live in Washington State, I have to get guardianship over my son’s estate so he can receive some money my mom left him in a life insurance policy. Do I have to see a lawyer for this or can I get this done on my own? My son lives with me and I am his only parent.
Asked on June 21, 2009 under Estate Planning, Washington
Answers:
John Compatore / Compatore Law, PS
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
If your mother had a life insurance policy at her death, the insurance company will pay the beneficiary. If your son is a listed beneficiary he will be paid; you should contact the insurance company to ensure that this goes smoothly. You do NOT need a lawyer to do this. However, if the insurance policy paid into your mother's estate, then you will probably need a lawer to file an estate action (a probate proceeding) to be sure that the money is 1. received from the insurance company and 2. paid to your son.
I hope that helps you.
John Compatore / Compatore Law, PS
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
If your mother had a life insurance policy at her death, the insurance company will pay the beneficiary. If your son is a listed beneficiary he will be paid; you should contact the insurance company to ensure that this goes smoothly. You do NOT need a lawyer to do this. However, if the insurance policy paid into your mother's estate, then you will probably need a lawer to file an estate action (a probate proceeding) to be sure that the money is 1. received from the insurance company and 2. paid to your son.
I hope that helps you.
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