what happens if you remarry after making a will would new wife get half of your estate when you die?
2007-01-02 08:48:01 · 5 answers · asked by susan 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
for LEGAL advice, you should consult a LAWYER. Find one who practices estate law for this particular question.
2007-01-02 08:56:40 · answer #1 · answered by Richard H 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In general, the provisions of your will control. Most states have provisions that protect a surviving spouse & those would come ahead of the will; the will would probate the remainder. Moreover a pre-existing divorce decree or settlement agreement or even an earlier pre-nuptial agreement may limit your right to dispose of property. You should certainly consult with an attorney about theses issues when contemplating re-marriage and should probably make a new will after the re-marriage.
2007-01-02 08:59:38 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not unless you named her as such. You should have your Will redone if you have it with your ex-wife as your beneficiary or if you want to change other things. Your existing Will is the document that will be used. If it's old and needs updating, invest a little money and get a new one drawn.
2007-01-02 09:07:32 · answer #3 · answered by Starla_C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can always void the original by expunging it.
2007-01-02 08:50:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Good question, Frank.
2007-01-02 08:55:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋