[WSBAPT] Notice to potential heir, address unknown

[Timothy Lehr]

All,

PC is surviving spouse of decedent. Decedent had two children from previous marriage. Decedent passed away without a Will. PC needs to file intestate probate to transfer a house into his name. House only had decedent's name on it, but spouses lived there for 30+ years and PC paid mortgage. Looks like PC has a strong claim for community property.

Child #1 is in agreement that house goes to PC. No one knows where child #2 lives and a due diligence search couldn't find any last known address.

Is there an RCW on point on any notice requirements for child #2? We plan to note up a hearing to appoint PC as Administrator, but not sure what process we need to follow to satisfy any notice requirements when we cannot find a last known address for child #2.

Timothy C. Lehr
Attorney & Partner

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