Legal Question in Elder Law in New Jersey
Estate left to Alzheimer patient
My stepmom has Alzheimers. My dad has medical issues (heart condition/emphysema) and is her caregiver. Their will states that if either predeceases the other, the entire estate goes to the survivor. If they both die together, the bank will administer the estate which is to be used for their grandchildren's education. Should my dad go first, their assests would go to his wife, who is not competent due to the Alzheimers. Does she become a ward of the state? Does the state of NJ take everything at this point? What should be done at this time to protect their assets? He is 76, she is 83. Here next of kin is her sister (out of state).
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Estate left to Alzheimer patient
You should retain an attorney to assist you in a petition for Guardianship of your father and step-mother due to their advanced age and incapacity.
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