Who do I contact for advice about getting DNA testing on a deceased ancestor of whom I am an heir?

My ancestor railroad magnate Mark Hopkins, but the heirs have been disputed. I like to see if the debate can be settled once and for all, now that DNA testing is available. It would be very expensive, but worth it if I could show my family are the rightful heirs.

Despite the oh-so-eloquent writing palette, it is just that an attorney is needed for this task. And you're right that this can cost a small fortune to follow. I'm assuming the way it intends to establish its relationship is to exhume the body? If so, you must provide the court with a very compelling reason to do so. It's very, very difficult to convince a court this. Not to mention if they were not in the will of Mr. Hopkins, what makes you think you are entitled to anything? Will provide for his heirs identified?

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