QUESTION
Is it true that I am not allowed to get inheritance after separation of marriage?
Asked on Jan 14th, 2013 on Divorce - Pennsylvania
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My husband received two inheritances from brothers over the last 4 years. We have been married 12 1/2 yrs. and I understand that in PA, I am not allowed to receive any of the inheritance is this true?
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I was always of the understanding that a spouse has no marital interest in funds or property the other spouse receives through inheritance. There may be an interest in any increase in value of the inheritance until the date of separation.
Answered on Jan 17th, 2013 at 9:48 PM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900