Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland

If the husband dies, leaves a will giving everything to his son, property is deeded to husband only, would a wife of 4 years be entitled to any of the property that was fully paid for before his marriage. This for the state of Maryland.


Asked on 3/20/12, 11:12 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Cedulie Laumann Arden Law Firm, LLC

Yes, a spouse is usually entitled to elect a "statutory share" and to get a portion of the probate property even if nothing is left in the will. This assumes there was no "prenup" agreement and that the property didn't pass directly by deed.

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Answered on 3/20/12, 12:30 pm


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