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Whether or not a will is "read" to the heirs and beneficiaries varies by the custom of the country and state. Here in the United States, the custom of getting everyone together and reading the will to them is no longer followed (unless the Decedent placed special instructions in the will for this to be done.) Although, sometimes the attorney for the executor will meet with the family and describe the probate process and the will.

What is important, at least in California, is that the holder of the original will lodge it with the court within 30 days of the date of death. (Lodge means to file with the court, but without starting an action.) This protects the will from loss. Failure to do this step can result in damages assessed against the holder of the original will (if, for example, an heir losses out on his or her inheritance.)

For more information and probate, estate. and wills, take a look at the offerings in your local law library. Or, check you local county bar association for a lawyer referral service or with a local probate attorney.

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