Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Disinherited Spouse

My husband died as an active duty AF member. He had a will and he disinherited me ''to the fullest extent of the law'' and left his estate to his three children. He had a SGLI life insurance policy and listed ''by will'' as the beneficiary. The insurance policy has been added to the probate. Am I entitled to my ''elective share'' per Florida statutes?


Asked on 2/17/06, 3:10 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Thomas Shigo The Shigo Law Firm, P.A.

Re: Disinherited Spouse

Yes, if Florida law applies.

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Answered on 2/17/06, 5:39 pm
Kelly Henderson

Re: Disinherited Spouse

I agree with first answer regarding FLorida law on elective share. I only write to add that you have a limited time to make the elective share election so you should speak with a Florida attorney as soon as possible to be sure you do make a timely court filing for your rights under Florida law.

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Answered on 2/20/06, 8:46 am


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