Can I get a copy of the will?
You may be able to get a copy of the will depending on your relationship with the deceased or if you were mentioned in any previous wills.
Can the solicitor holding the will charge me to view the will or get a copy?
The solicitor cannot charge for letting you view the will. The solicitor can charge a reasonable cost of providing you with a certified copy. They cannot however charge for their time or other fees outside of the reasonable copying, certifying and postal charges.
My step-parent passed away, can I make a claim on the estate?
Most likely you can. It depends on the circumstances however if it is a viable option. Contact us for an appointment to go through the details and to advise you.
My parent passed away in another state, do I contact a solicitor in that state or the state I live in?
Depending on the situation it is mostly the best solution to contact a solicitor in the state you live in. The local solicitor may get a solicitor in the jurisdiction to act as an agent. As you will need to provide important information all throughout the matter it is best you can deal with a local solicitor.
