Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
I have been married for almost 3 years in Floirda. My husband owned his house before we were married and my name is not on the house. If something happens to him, who gets the house, me or his daughter? She is 12 years old right now.
Asked on 10/11/09, 7:30 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Alan Wagner
Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore P.A.
You would have a life estate in the house (that means that you "own" it for as long as you live.
Answered on 10/11/09, 7:39 pm
Frank J. Pyle
Probate Attorney Throughout Florida
You would have the right to use the house for the rest of your life, could not sell it, and at your death it belongs to the daughter.
Answered on 10/13/09, 5:37 pm