Recover Deceased Brothers Assets

Summary

If a deceased brothers girlfriend took his belongings and car, you may need to establish executorship of the estate, contact law enforcement, or file a civil lawsuit. If you cant afford a lawyer, seek help from Legal Aid in Idaho or pro bono programs. Without a will, assets are divided according to state law, and the girlfriend may be seen as a co-owner of the car. Consult a local attorney for detailed advice.

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My brother passed away recently and his girlfriend took his stuff and we’ve asked for it multiple times and she went no contact with us so what can we do to get my brothers stuff
Hi ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide accurate legal information, could you please tell me where this is happening? Laws differ by location.
Idaho
In Idaho, you may want to:
- Establish executorship or administration of your brother's estate.
- Contact local law enforcement or hire a lawyer.
- File a civil lawsuit if necessary.
Please consult with a local attorney for more detailed advice.
What if I can’t afford a lawyer
If you can't afford a lawyer, you can:
- Reach out to Legal Aid in Idaho for free or low-cost legal assistance.
- Use Idaho's court self-help resources.
- Apply for pro bono programs offered by local law firms.
Okay thank you
You're welcome, ****. I'm sorry for your loss and I hope the information provided will be helpful in your situation. If you have any other legal questions, feel free to ask.
My brother had a car and my brother and his girlfriend were on the title after he passed she had the title switch to just her was that legal because we were told that half that vehicle would be ours
Hi ****, sorry to hear your situation. May I know if your brother left a will specifying the distribution of his assets? This information is crucial for us to proceed.
No sadly he didn’t he passed unexpectedly and was only *
In Idaho:
- If there's no will, assets are divided according to state law.
- The girlfriend may be seen as co-owner of the car.
- Legal advice is needed to understand how the law applies to your specific case.
Okay thank you I appreciate it
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions or need further legal information, feel free to contact us. We're here to help.