Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey

What right, if any, do I have if my husband leaves me out of his will? Also, as a life tenant do I need to sign a specific document to refinance?


Asked on 5/11/15, 11:05 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Amy Klauber Klauber & Klauber, LLP

You would normally be entitled to a 1/3 elective share of his estate if you were left out of the will, absebt any agreement signed by you wherein you waived that right. As far as the refi, as a life tenant, it is likely that the mortgage company wil require you to sign some of the documents as you do have an interest in the property.

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Answered on 5/14/15, 12:00 pm


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