What are your rights to your deceased father's estate if the father left the estate to his second wife who has died and has a child from her previous marriage and was not adopted?

Answer 1

If your father bequeathed his estate to his second wife, typically, the estate would pass to her heirs upon her death, unless specified otherwise in the will. Since the second wife has a child from a previous marriage who was not adopted, that child may have a claim to the estate, depending on the laws of inheritance in your jurisdiction. You may have rights as a biological child if there are no surviving direct heirs or if the estate is not fully transferred to the wife's heirs. It is advisable to consult with a probate attorney to understand your specific rights and options in this situation.