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Do stepchildren have rights to the estate of their stepfather in California?
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∙ 13y ago
No. Not unless they were legally adopted by him and then depending on their ages and state laws.
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Do step children have rights to probate step fathers will?
Does stepchildren have right to there stepfather will
Do stepchildren have rights to the estate of their stepmother in Kentucky?
To some degree, this will depend upon how the will was written as well as the legal relationship between the stepchildren and the stepmother. If the stepmother officially adopted the stepchildren, then they have rights to the estate unless specifically denied them in a valid will. If the stepchildren were never officially adopted by the stepmother and the will does not provide for them, they may have no rights to the estate.
Do the children of one spouse from a previous marriage have any succession rights to the non parental spouse's estate?
In general, stepchildren do not have automatic succession rights to their stepparent's estate. Inheritance laws vary by jurisdiction, so it is important to consult a local attorney to understand specific rights and options. It may be possible for the stepparent to include stepchildren in their estate plan through a will or trust if they wish to leave them an inheritance.
If your birth father allowed your stepfather to adopt you do you have rights to your birth fathers estate?
If your birth father allowed your step father to adopt you, you do not have rights to your birth father's estate where I am sitting; however, 10 feet behind me you do. See a lawyer.
Does a stepfather have visitation rights to his stepson after a divorce?
No, a stepfather will not have visitation rights to his stepson after a divorce. The mother can always allow the stepfather to visit if she wants.
Does a stepfather have rights to property if mother had a life estate?
No. Mother's life estate is extinguished upon her death. Her husband would have no rights in the property whatsoever.No. Mother's life estate is extinguished upon her death. Her husband would have no rights in the property whatsoever.No. Mother's life estate is extinguished upon her death. Her husband would have no rights in the property whatsoever.No. Mother's life estate is extinguished upon her death. Her husband would have no rights in the property whatsoever.
In PA are adult step children considered heirs?
In Pennsylvania, stepchildren are not considered legal heirs unless they have been legally adopted by their stepparent. If there is no legal adoption, stepchildren do not have any rights to inherit from their step-parent's estate.
Do Step parents have rights rights during a divorce in Georgia in regards to her stepchildren?
No, they are not theirs. 'Nuff said.
Do stepchildren have rights to the estate of their stepfather?
The children are entitled to an interest if they are minors in most states, adult children are treated differently. You need to consult with an attorney who is familiar with the laws in your state. You can check your state laws of intestacy (without a will) at the related question link provided below.
Can a 44 yr old make a claim on her fathers estate if she was adopted by her stepfather when she was eight father died in Oregon she has started probate in Oregon as the executrix can she do this?
The adoption wiped out any rights to the estate as an heir. However, if she was listed in the will, yes, she can make a claim.
Does a stepfather have rights of decisions on stepchild?
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How can you remove a deceased co owner's name from the title deed in california?
Only the co owner's estate can do that. The estate has rights in the property and will want compensation.
