The Heir Who Never Knew

The Heir Who Never Knew

The big idea: Probate only works if heirs are found. Many are not. Why it matters: When someone dies without a will, the court opens a case. But the people entitled to inherit are often distant, out of state, or overseas. They may never receive notice. What’s...
Who Falls Through the Cracks

Who Falls Through the Cracks

The big idea: Access to the probate system is not equal. The heirs least likely to be found are the ones most affected when notice fails. Why it matters: Probate rules assume heirs will receive notice and know how to respond. Many do not. That gap quietly determines...