Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Illinois
why one of five would get it all
My father resently died of cancer. If he left a will leaving everything to one child why would I get a letter Notice to Heirs and Legatees
Asked on 9/15/00, 2:46 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jeffrey R. Gottlieb
Law Offices of Jeffrey R. Gottlieb, LLC
Re: why one of five would get it all
Because even though you are not a legatee (a person included in the will), you are an heir-at-law of your father (i.e. if your dad had no will, you would be entitled to a share). As an heir, you have an opportunity (6 months) to challenge the validity of the will.
Answered on 10/17/00, 9:39 am