Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
Family Home Handed Down For Generations
My grandfather left his house to my grandmother who handed it over to my mother before her death. My mother recently passed away she was married to a man who as of right now claiming everything as his. He did sign a Quit Claim Deed a couple years back. My mom holds title a married woman who aquired the property as a single woman as her sole and seperate property. What are my rights?
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Family Home Handed Down For Generations
If she had a will or trust, look to that first. If she didn't have one, he may be entitled to a 1/3 to 1/2 interest in her separate property, including the house.
Re: Family Home Handed Down For Generations
Did she have a will or trust? That would control. If not, he may be entitled to 33-50% of the property.
Re: Family Home Handed Down For Generations
It depends. I would like to give you a complete answer that is based on actual facts. Please feel free to contact me directly at 626-578-0708 extension 4. I would be happy to review your documents, free of charge, and then give you mu opinion.
I can also be reached at our firm's site, you can also learn a little more about me and the Probate process. www.No-Probate.com
Good luck.
Scott Linden
Re: Family Home Handed Down For Generations
If no will or trust you may have a battle. Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.