Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Arizona
82 Years Old and No Will
My Wife's mom is 82 years old, her husdand died 1993, and she will not have a will drawn up. She has about $350,000 in property value. If she dies without a will, can my wife still obtain her assetts or will the State of Arizona get it?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: 82 Years Old and No Will
The State only takes the assets if no family members can be found.
In your case, since Mom is unmarried, her assets will be split equally between her children. If any of Mom's children have already died, then that child's share will go to deceased child's children.
Re: 82 Years Old and No Will
Her children will inherit through the intestacy laws, but there will be a probate case to settle the estate. Perhaps if she knows this, some basic estate planning can be done to avoid the cost, delay and hassle of a probate. If you need further help we offer free initial consultations at 480.835.1500.
Best regards,
James D. Jenkins
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