Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

beneficiary

I'm separated. His father just died & bequethed him a large sum of money. Am I entitled to any of it since legally I'm still his wife?


Asked on 10/14/06, 1:13 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Walter LeVine Walter D. LeVine, Esq.

Re: beneficiary

I agree with Gary that gifts and inheritances are not marital property (subject to equitable distribution) unless converted to marital assets. This would apply whether received before or after your separation. Double check with your marital attorney.

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Answered on 10/16/06, 11:47 am
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: beneficiary

As a spouse you are entitled to share in all property, real estate or personal, acquired during your marriage, in a divorce, with the exception of inheritance and gifts received by him.

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Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

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Answered on 10/14/06, 4:31 am


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