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I am a woman who has been married for 2 years now. My husband has a will and I am not in the will as of yet.
Asked on Aug 03rd, 2012 on Family Law - Missouri
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I am a woman who has been married for 2 years now. My husband has a will and I am not in the will as of yet. He owns our house, it was purchased long before he met me so my name is not on it. I am just trying to understand from a legal standpoint if he were to (god forbid) pass away what I am entitled to if anything, without being in the will. Is there compensation for just being married to him? If you could answer these questions for me I would appreciate it.
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In many states, a spouse has the ability to claim her "elective share", even if she/he is not listed in the will. In my state, it is 1/3 of the assets. You should check with an estate attorney in Missouri about what the law is there.
Answered on Aug 04th, 2012 at 10:22 AM