Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
My father in law was mentioned ina friends will but died a few years ago. What happens to whatever was left him?
Asked on 9/17/10, 7:44 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Norman Nadel
Norman Nadel, Esq.
You have to examine the will carefully to determine if it provides that your father-in-law must survive the testator in order to inherit. The intent of the testator as expressed in the will is the governing factor.
Answered on 9/22/10, 7:59 am