Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Washington

Debt after death

What happens to any unsecured debt after the death of family member?


Asked on 6/11/08, 8:49 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Christopher Steuart IT Forensics, Inc.

Re: Debt after death

The estate of the family member is liable for the debts. Debts of the deceased and their estate do not become debts of the heirs or legatees (but the creditors have first claim on the assets to satisfy debts before assets go to the heirs of legatess. There are assets that are exempt from this process (e.g. life insurance, unless designated for the purpose of securing a debt).

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Answered on 6/13/08, 1:29 am


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