Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland
No will
My mother just died Saturday January 24th. She was 48 years
old. She has been divorced from my
father for over 15 years and had
never remarried. My sister is 26 and
I am 24. We are her only children.
My mother was a woman of modest
means. The only things of value are personnel items she had in her
apartment. I over heard her sisters
and mother talking about splitting
up her personnel things. I don't
think they have a key to her
apartment but I wouldn't put it past
them to break in. What are my legal
rights. I don't think I can go up
against all of them in my mental
state. They are a pretty ruff group.
I don't want to alienate myself from
the whole family..... Please Help!
Thank You.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: No Will
Even though she does not have a Last Will and Testament, she has a one of sorts and this is called an intestate will. Please see some of my other answers for further information. In short, an intestate will is how her belongings will be divided in accordance with Maryland's statute.
Important to your mother's affairs is ensuring that her assets and finances are applied to attend to her final affairs (e.g., burial or cremation, bills, etc.) Those who loved your mother should recognize these needs.
Contact me should you require assistance.
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