Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Idaho

Can an only child be a new will and only step children inherit

My Grandfather was killed in an auto accident over 40 years ago. There was no will. During probate my father signed giving everything to his mother. Now his mother has passed away and her new husband of only three years is claiming that she made out a new will leaving nothing to my father and everything to him and the step-children. The will that my grandmother made out 20 years ago left my father as sole heir (he is the only child my grandmother every had.) This new will was not done by an attorney like her last will was, it was done by one of the step-children. All the asset are from her previous married and the new husband did not contribute to the marriage, he was her caretaker who convinced her to marry him for the money. Can my father be excluded from the will?


Asked on 1/20/03, 1:49 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bernard Greenberg KOKISH & GOLDMANIS, P.C.

Re: Can an only child be a new will and only step children inherit

Since your question depends on Idaho law, you should consult with an experienced estate and trust attorney immediately. There may be time limits on your ability to raise these issues.

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Answered on 1/20/03, 3:03 pm


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