About Us
The Results You Need
Handling an estate can be stressful, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Arizona Estate Recovery, we help you find heirs and make sure everything is done right, so you don’t have to worry about missing any steps. We’re here to take the pressure off and help you get the job done.
We are Arizona’s top choice for solving even the hardest probate cases. No matter how complicated things get, or how many family connections are involved, we can handle it.
We work with executors, administrators, trustees, fiduciaries, banks, trust officers, and their legal teams to make sure everything goes smoothly, just like you expect.
Research Services
When someone passes away without a will and no known family, we step in to help. Our team works hard to find the right people who should inherit. We do this by using interviews, public records, and special tools, along with important historical papers like:
Census records
We use old census data to track where families lived and how they’ve grown over the years.
Birth and death certificates
These documents help us confirm family relationships and important dates.
Marriage records
Marriage licenses show how families have expanded through generations.
Newspapers and history books
Old newspaper articles or obituaries can give us clues about family members and their lives.
City directories
These records show where people lived and worked, helping us connect families to specific locations.
Court records
Legal documents, like probate records, help us find evidence of family ties and inheritance claims.
With many years of experience, our team of genealogists and investigators has solved some of the toughest cases. We’ve worked on tracing families across the country and even around the world. Whether the family history is complicated or hard to follow, we have the skills and tools to track down the rightful heirs.
Common Questions for Attorneys
When should I notify you?
The sooner, the better. Ideally, contact us before filing any official documents. This gives us a head start in locating missing heirs. By the time you’re ready for formal filings, all heirs will be identified, saving you time and preventing any need for amendments or delays.
How do you locate heirs?
We use a vast network of research tools, databases, public records, and genealogical resources. We also talk to friends, neighbors, and family members to find missing heirs. Our team of expert genealogists has been doing this successfully since 1939. Simply put, we know how to find people when others can’t.
What are your fees?
Our fees are typically a percentage of the inheritance due to the missing heirs, and they pay us directly from their share. This means there’s no financial obligation for the estate or asset holder. For services like court testimony or genealogical affidavits, we can also work on an hourly or fixed-fee basis, depending on the case.
Why should I choose your firm?
We’re the best at what we do. Since 1939, our family has been trusted by the legal community to handle heirship matters. With four generations of experience, we have the contacts, resources, and knowledge to solve even the toughest cases, both nationally and worldwide. When your reputation is at stake, trust the experts.
Why not just use the Internet?
While the Internet is helpful, it’s not enough for heirship matters. Online data is often outdated, incomplete, or inaccurate. We do hands-on research to ensure that the heirs we present are legally verified and rightful claimants—something the Internet alone can’t guarantee.
What do you need to get started
A phone call, email, or fax is all it takes to set our resources into motion. Whether you have a missing heir, unclaimed assets, or questions about inheritance, we’re ready to help. We don’t need a court order to start working on a contingency basis, and there’s no obligation. All we need is basic info—like a death record, obituary, or even the name of a friend or relative.
How do you receive new cases?
We typically hear from attorneys, courts, insurance companies, and funeral homes. We also get cases from our researchers across the U.S. and Europe, as well as through our network of offices and correspondents worldwide.
What happens after you find an heir?
Once we have a signed agreement, we handle everything—appearances, gathering records, preparing genealogical charts, and proofs of claim. We also work with attorneys, banks, and courts to ensure the heir’s interests are fully represented.
Is time critical for making claims?
Yes, time is essential. Statutes of limitation and deadlines can affect claims, and once they pass, the opportunity may be lost forever. We can’t protect an heir’s rights until we have a signed agreement, so prompt action is vital to ensure claims aren’t diminished or lost.
Do you pay referral fees?
Yes, where legally and ethically permitted. We’re happy to discuss details on a case-by-case basis.
Common Questions for Heirs
Where is this money coming from?
Once we have signed agreements from all the heirs, we’ll provide a full disclosure in writing, sharing all the details about the assets. We can’t reveal the source of the inheritance before agreements are in place because we’ve already invested significant time and money in researching this case. This step protects our investment and ensures fairness for everyone involved.
Is time important when making claims?
Yes, immediate action is critical. There are deadlines, statutes of limitation, and cut-off dates that could affect your ability to claim what’s rightfully yours. We cannot act on your behalf until we have a signed agreement. Once deadlines pass or others make claims, you may lose your entitlement forever.
What’s included in your fee?
Our fee covers everything—finding the case, locating you, proving your entitlement, and declaring you the legal recipient. It also includes all legal fees, document costs, and other necessary expenses. You pay nothing upfront, and there are no hidden fees. We only receive our agreed fee once you get your share.
Why wouldn’t I already know about this inheritance?
There are billions of dollars in unclaimed assets, but many asset holders—like banks, courts, or insurance companies—don’t have the resources to track down the rightful heirs. That’s where we come in. Our business is solely focused on finding unclaimed assets and matching them to the rightful owners.
Do I need to advance any money?
No. We take all the financial risks. We’re confident in the success of the case, and you won’t owe anything unless you receive your share of the inheritance.
What happens if you can’t recover anything?
You owe us nothing. If we are unable to secure your inheritance, there’s no fee and no obligation to pay. Our agreement is simple: no recovery, no fee.
How did you find me?
We use a wide range of research tools, including public records, genealogical databases, and interviews with friends, family, and neighbors. Our team specializes in locating missing heirs, and we’ve successfully done this for many years.
Who asked you to find me?
We’re often contacted by attorneys, courts, or financial institutions to locate heirs. Sometimes, we initiate our own cases based on research from our offices and correspondents across the U.S. and around the world.
Why am I entitled to receive assets?
Through our thorough research, we’ve determined that you are the rightful heir. We don’t contact anyone unless we’re sure of their entitlement. Your name was not randomly chosen—we’re confident in our findings based on exhaustive investigation.
When will I receive the inheritance?
We aim to recover the assets as quickly as possible, typically within six to nine months from the time of our contract. In some cases, it could be faster. We keep you informed every step of the way.
What happens after I sign the agreement?
Once you sign, we start the legal process—filing claims, gathering records, preparing genealogical charts, and attending any necessary court hearings. We handle all the details, so you only need minimal involvement. We’ll keep you updated until the assets are distributed.
What is Probate?
You might be wondering, what is probate and why does it matter to you? Probate is the legal process that happens when someone passes away and their property or money needs to be distributed. It’s how the court makes sure any debts are paid and the remaining assets go to the right people—the heirs.
If the person who passed away didn’t leave a will, it can feel overwhelming. You may not know if you’re entitled to anything, or how to claim what might belong to you. This is where Arizona Estate Recovery steps in. We help find missing heirs—like you—and make sure you get what you deserve.
Why Time Matters
The probate process can take time, but the clock is ticking. If you wait too long to act, you could lose your right to claim anything. Every estate is different, and the court may have deadlines or statutes of limitation that need to be met. If other people come forward before you, or you miss these deadlines, your inheritance could be lost forever.
At Arizona Estate Recovery, we know how important this is, and we don’t waste time. We work quickly to make sure you’re identified as a rightful heir and that you receive your inheritance as soon as possible. Our job is to protect your rights and make sure no heir is left out.
How Arizona Estate Recovery Helps You
You might be asking yourself, “Why didn’t I know about this before?” It’s common for heirs not to know they’re entitled to an inheritance. There are billions of dollars in unclaimed assets because companies, banks, and even courts often don’t have the resources to track down every heir. That’s where we come in.
At Arizona Estate Recovery, our team specializes in finding heirs who might not know they have a claim. We handle the hard work—from tracking family records to proving your right to inherit—so you don’t have to worry about a thing. All you need to do is work with us, and we’ll guide you through the entire process.
No Cost to You
Worried about costs? Don’t be. We handle everything upfront. You pay us nothing unless we succeed in getting you your rightful share of the estate. That means there’s no financial risk to you—no recovery, no fee.
Our team has many years of experience locating missing heirs and connecting them to their rightful inheritance. We’re here to make sure you don’t miss out on what’s rightfully yours.
What Happens Next?
If we’ve contacted you, it means you may be entitled to an inheritance. Once you sign the agreement, we’ll start the process of verifying your claim, gathering the necessary documents, and working with the court to get you what’s yours. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
Remember, probate can be complex, but you don’t have to handle it alone. Arizona Estate Recovery is here to make sure your rights are protected and that your inheritance doesn’t slip away.