How do I find a will of a deceased person?

How do I find a will of a deceased person?

Obtain a Will From Probate Court The best way to view the will is to get the probate court file number. The executor can give you this information. You may also be able to access the file number by phone, online, or in person at the courthouse by providing the deceased's name and date of death.

Can anybody look at a will?

After the death, but before probate is granted, the only people with a right to see the will are the executors named in it. At their discretion, they can show it to anyone else. ... Wills tend not to be read out loud in a formal reading session with all the grieving family present.