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How do I find who controls a trust or estate assets? | NC
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Q: How can I find out who has legal authority over a trust or estate and what they’ve done with the assets? A: First, figure out whether the property is in a probate estate, a trust, or both. For an estate, start with the probate file at the clerk of court. That file usually shows who was officially appointed to act, such as an executor or administrator, and it may include the will, letters…