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Can my adopted sister be in my dad's will?
Asked on Aug 03rd, 2015 on Estate Planning - Ohio
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My dad married and adopted her kids. When he dies, will they get anything?
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Christine Sabio Socrates Attorney at Law
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A legally adopted child has the same rights as a naturally born child under the probate laws.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2015 at 2:32 AM
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Ronald K. Nims
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Legally, an adopted child is treated exactly the same an a biological child. However, if you father has a will then the will controls how his estate is distributed.
Answered on Aug 03rd, 2015 at 11:25 PM