Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
if my aunt passes away, there is no will am i entitled to her estate. My mother is still alive
Asked on 12/14/10, 7:45 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michele Cusack
Pollak & Cusack
No, if you aunt dies with no will her intestate heirs are 1) spouse 2) children 3) parents 4) siblings. If she does not have 1, 2 or 3, your mom is next in line.
Answered on 12/19/10, 8:30 am
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
No. At the very least your mother is still alive, and would inherit as an intestate heir before you did.
Answered on 12/19/10, 9:21 am