Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

My husband and I are exchanging INTERSPOUSAL TRANSFER(s) OF GRANT DEED(s) we were wondering if in the event that one of us should pass on, would the surviving spouse automatically become the sole owner of the properties? Or would our surviving children or relatives be able to attach claim.


Asked on 12/13/09, 11:22 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Donald Field Donald L. Field, Jr., Attorney at Law

this depends upon the way in which title will be held. you should retain a qualified attorney to assist with your estate planning. self-help often does not produce the results intended.

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Answered on 12/19/09, 1:23 pm


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