My Dad Sold Jewelry My Mom Specifically Left To Me In Her Will And Says I Have No Right To The Money
Location: Michigan
My mom passed away earlier this year. Her will specifically says that her jewelry collection goes to me. This includes a few pieces that belonged to my grandmother and one fairly expensive diamond ring.
My dad still had access to everything while the estate was being sorted out. This weekend I asked when I could pick the jewelry up and he casually told me he already sold most of it.
Apparently he sold the expensive pieces to a jeweler and gave some of the others to his sister. He refuses to tell me exactly how much he got for them. His argument is that because they were married, the jewelry was technically his too and the will doesnt change that.
I have a copy of the will and the jewelry is specifically mentioned in it. I also have old photos showing most of the pieces. I know I actually need to speak with an attorney, but I have no clue what kind of attorney this would even be.
Can he legally sell property that was specifically left to me before probate is finished? If the jewelry is already gone, would I be able to pursue him for its value?
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