QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, My great grand father left a will in 1899 thereabouts, which my brothers and I think a probate was done for. We just want to know if the probate was done as the document we have in our possession says Resident Magistrate Court. Can you guide us on how to check if there was a probate? Ezra Brown RESPONSE: Dear Ezra, Up till recently many persons preferred to apply for probate in the Resident Magistrate court. In order to check for a probate however, especially as…
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How do I check if a probate in Jamaica is real with high lawyer fees?
An attorney who assisted me to get a probate of a will over 15 years ago cannot be found. I was told it looked forged, and I need to check it out
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Can I request Letters of Administration without hiring a lawyer
QUESTION: Dear Legal Wiz, I have question rather than comment and would appreciate receipt of an answer. Can one submit a request for a letter of administration without the use of an attorney? What If you are unable to retain an attorney what are the options available to an individual who needs this matter addressed. How long does it take to process or have an estate administered on when the deceased died Intestate? have a great day and looking forward to your response. God Bless Lucilda Walker RESPONSE: Dear Lucilda,…
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My dad left a house for my two sisters and I, and a will confirming this. Before he died however, he sold a piece of the property to someone who used it as
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