

Wills
If an individual dies intestate ( without a will ) the Probate courts will determine how to distribute that person’s assets. But, even with a Will, if it cannot be located when needed, the Probate court rules !.
Although the court system may ultimately decide how to distribute that person’s assets in a manner that is consistent with the deceased’s wishes, there is no guarantee that this will occur.
There are other downsides to the probate process (and dying without a Will ) as well. For example, it could take many weeks or months or longer for the Courts to compile an accurate list of an individual’s assets
It could also take a prolonged period of time to identify and locate potential beneficiares. Unfortunately, until this process is complete, any monies may not be distributed, even to legitimate and known beneficiaries .
Even to flirt with the idea that you do nothing about your Will is a grave injustice to your family.