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Some states have passed laws that give a right of inheritance to domestic partners. Some states allow committed couples to register a domestic partnership that gives rights of inheritance. If you live in a state that does not provide legal rights to domestic partners then your surviving partner has no legal rights if you die. Since inheritance rights vary from state to state couples who are not legally married should always obtain legal advice in their state of residence to make certain they take the necessary legal steps to protect their partner in the event of their death. That protection may require a valid will or trust.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 10y agoThis is a challenging question and one of the driving forces behind the desire for gay marriage equality. If there is no will and no marriage, it passes by the laws of intestacy, which normally means blood relations will get the estate and the partner gets nothing.
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Do domestic partners inherit all of estate if no will is left Missouri?
No. As of 2014, Domestic Partners are not recognized under Missouri law, and are considered legal strangers to each other. Without a will, it's likely the property would go to next of kin.
Who has the right of the inherited property from the deceased parent?
Usually the spouse. "Unlike a spouse, a child generally has no legally protected right to inherit a deceased parent's property. The law does protect children when an unintentional omission in a will occurs, however."
If a father was deceased when the law of illegitimate children inheriting his property was changed do they inherit his property?
You need to go to a law library in your jurisdiction and read the law. It will tell you when it became effective.
Can someone who stands to inherit land lose it if they are in or file bankruptcy?
If the person who currently owns the land is not yet deceased, then the person who may inherit the land has no current interest in the property. This has no effect on bankruptcy proceedings.
Is the daughter of deceased father liable for his debt in Texas?
The estate of the deceased is liable. If you inherit any money, property or valuables these should have been used to settle the estate. If there was no estate then you will need to show this to the IRS.
Are you responsible for your deceased husbands car payments if your name is not on the title or on the loan?
unless his will states otherwise you inherit all of his property and debt. that includes, loans.
Can a child inherit a mothers house if deceased step father's name is still on the deed?
In the event the step father is deceased, yes. But, you will need a copy of the death certificate showing that he is in fact deceased. Also you will need to know if he had a will that willed the property to someone else.
Does a deceased husband's wife inherit the husband's heir property?
If the person leaving the remainder died before the spouse, it is a part of their estate and will get distributed per the will or the law.
Can the executor assume the mortgage of the deceased?
The executor must discuss that with the lender. If the executor is going to inherit the property the lender may agree to allow an assumption of the mortgage.
Can the surviving spouse of the deceased husband continue to receive mineral rights income he had inherited?
Typically the spouse will inherit the property of a deceased spouse. A will may assign things to other beneficiaries. Consult a licensed attorney in the state in question.
What do you call a woman or girl that will inherit property?
a woman or girl who will inherit property is called a heiress
Can a felon inherit property in California?
In some cases a convicted felon who committed murder cannot inherit property in California. However, in most cases a felon can indeed inherit property.
