Legal Question in Family Law in Illinois
Does a child that was put up for adoption and adopted have any rights to their biological parent's estate when the parent passes away, but leaves no will?
Asked on 2/16/10, 2:08 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Generally no - the adoption severs the relationship. But it depends on the state where the decedent's estate is to be handled and possibly the adoption order. There's a fairly good publication at:
http://www.childwelfare.gov/systemwide/laws_policies/statutes/inheritanceall.pdf
You'll need to talk to a probate lawyer and may need a copy of the order of adoption.
Answered on 2/22/10, 3:48 pm
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