Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois
estate
In Illinois is the spouse of the deceased awarded a spousal award above what was left by the terms of the will?
Asked on 11/21/08, 8:59 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Motty Stone
Law Offices of Motty Stone
Re: estate
The spouse may be awarded 1/3 of the estate even if the will provides for less. There are exceptions however, for example when there is a joint will in place.
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Answered on 11/23/08, 4:01 pm
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