Rare Coin Collection Dispute

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In Missouri, a handwritten and signed letter may be considered a valid holographic will. You might have a claim for conversion against your brother. Consult a local probate attorney.

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I have a question about my late fathers estate
Hello Krystal, I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Could you please share more details about your question? Also, could you let me know your location as estate laws vary from place to place?
My father had a collection of rare coins worth a lot.
Hi Krystal, to provide the most accurate information, could you please specify your location and whether your father left a will or not?
The coins were suppose to go to me and my kids. My brother came in took and sold them and is refusing to give me the money
Hello Krystal, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. For accurate advice, could you please specify your location and confirm if your father left a will mentioning the coins?
There was a written lettee
Hello Krystal, I'm sorry about your situation. Could you please specify your location? Also, was the letter signed and witnessed appropriately? It's important as the legal validity of such letters can vary based on these factors.
Letter
Hello Krystal, based on your situation, it is important to establish the legal validity of that letter. However, laws vary by location. Could you please provide your current location for more accurate information?
Festus,mo
Hello Krystal, in Missouri:
- If the letter meets the requirements of a holographic will (handwritten and signed by your father), it may be valid.
- You might have a claim for conversion against your brother.
- Consult with a local probate attorney.
Please remember this is general advice, and specific advice should be sought from a legal professional.