American Lawyers?
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dcw@pr

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3,516 posts

273 months

Tuesday 3rd July 2007
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I need to find a lawyer in this country who is familiar with American law, specifically in the fields of Wills & Trusts. Does anyone have any recommendations?

thanks

Lurking Lawyer

4,535 posts

255 months

Tuesday 3rd July 2007
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It's not likely to be as simple as finding someone familiar with "American law" as each state has its own provisions, not all of which are the same from state to state.

You need to know first and foremost which state's laws apply to the transaction. It may be that there is also a federal aspect (i.e a law that DOES apply to all of the US) but your best bet is to assume it will be governed by the laws of the state where the will was drawn.