If my dad’s Will left everything to my mom, does she need to create a new Will of her own?
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If my dad’s Will left everything to my mom, does she need to create a new Will of her own?
Dad died 5 years ago leaving everything to Mom. Is Dad’s Will still in affect, or
does Mom compose her own Will now?
Asked on November 30, 2016 under Estate Planning, Washington
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
Your father's Will is in effect with regard to your mother inheriting his entire estate.
Your mother should have her own Will so that her intentions with regard to distribution of her estate can be followed.
Without a Will, the rules of intestate succession will determine inheritance. Intestate means dying without a Will.
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