QUESTION
What are my rights if I am an only child, my dad had no will, and was still technically married?
Asked on Feb 12th, 2015 on Estate Planning - Michigan
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My dad had no will but he had a power of attorney (his brother). He told everyone he wanted everything to go to my daughter and I. My friend's lawyer said I'm entitled to half because I'm the only child. Is this true?
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If he had no will but he was married to a woman that was NOT your mother as an only child you get 1/2 his estate and his wife (your step-mom) gets the other half.
Answered on Feb 13th, 2015 at 5:03 PM
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Well, these are not enough facts for me to say if he is right or not. I would need to know if your dad's wife was your mother and the value of the estate. It might be correct.
Answered on Feb 13th, 2015 at 7:55 AM
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I need the details, still technically married needs to be defined.
Answered on Feb 13th, 2015 at 7:54 AM