Your question doesn't include enough details to formulate an answer. It depends on how the land was inherited, whether they were joint tenants or tenants in common, whether there were any children or spouses who may be deceased now but had outlived their partners. You should speak with an attorney who specializes in probate law who can review your situation and determine who owns the property now.
If the partners were married the spouse is entitled to a share of the property by law. You can check the laws of intestacy in your state at the related question below. Children or other relatives of the deceased may also be entitled to a share.
If there is no living spouse, the children inherit, after them the siblings. If there is no living spouse, children or siblings, parents inherit, after them first cousins, then second cousins, etc.
That would probably depend upon the laws of the state you are in.
Probably Spouse first, then his Estate then the children.
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The spouse is going to be entitled to a part of the estate. At a minimum it will be a dower right, but it could be more depending on the state.
I believe a spouse if entitled to 1/3 of the estate....prevents them from becoming a charge of the state.
A current spouse would have first claim.
Typically a spouse is entitled to a portion of the deceased's inheritance if no other intentions are stated. However, if there is a will in place that declares that the children are sole inheritors, the spouse would not receive inheritance.
Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.
Your spouse may have rights if the children were legally adopted by her/him. Generally, if there was no legal adoption they wouldn't be entitled to any award or settlement. You should consult with an attorney.
The law regarding children and a second spouse when a parent dies can vary depending on the jurisdiction and any existing legal arrangements such as wills or trusts. Generally, children may have rights to inherit from the deceased parent's estate, but this can be influenced by factors like state laws, existing legal documents, and the specific family situation. Consulting with a legal professional is advisable to understand the rights and obligations in a particular scenario.