If I was first born and my biological father never acknowledged me, do I have any rights to his estate?
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If I was first born and my biological father never acknowledged me, do I have any rights to his estate?
Asked on January 27, 2013 under Estate Planning, Texas
Answers:
Victor Waid / Law Office of Victor Waid
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes you have heirship rights by blood, unless your father specifically excludes you by will or trust. Best to keep this information to yourself, unless your father has died; if the latter is the case, then you will need to file a petition for heirship to his estate.
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