Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maine

life insurance

I was named as designee in my ex husbands life insurance. He passed away without leaving a will. do I have to go through probate to receive this?


Asked on 9/29/08, 5:44 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Jerome Gamache Ainsworth Thelin & Raftice, P.A.

Re: life insurance

You should deal directly with the insurer and if you can satisfy their requirements and are a beneficiary under the terms of the policy, even if other potential beneficiaries may not be happy, you should be able to recover without issue. I have assisted clients with that process as a protective measure or for client convenience.

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Answered on 9/29/08, 5:49 pm


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