If my late mom willed her estate to my 2 minor children without an appointed conservator, what will be done since they can’t inherit the money until they’re 18?
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If my late mom willed her estate to my 2 minor children without an appointed conservator, what will be done since they can’t inherit the money until they’re 18?
Asked on July 23, 2015 under Estate Planning, West Virginia
Answers:
Christine Socrates / The Law Office of Christine Sabio Socrates, Attorney At Law
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Even if the children are minors they can still inherit from your mother's estate through a guardianship. A guardianship must be established for each child through the probate court in the county they reside. The guardian appointed under the supervision the court will determine how the money is spent for the minor. This will be in effect until the child reaches 18 years of age.
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