Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Kentucky

Who gets the goods?

38 year old female dies in Crittenden County, Kentucky. She had no last will and testament. Survivors include 2 adoptive parents, one husband, 3 natural children, 2 step children. Who inherits her estate?


Asked on 8/22/00, 6:51 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Aspinwall Charles S. Aspinwall, J.D., LLC

Re: Who gets the goods?

The surviving spouse inherits 50%, and the surviving biological children inherit 1/3 of 50% each.

Parents and step-children who have not been adopted do not participate in the estate.

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Answered on 9/29/00, 10:44 am


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