Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

Inheritance

My husband bought a house in his name only (before we were married). He also owns land in the State of Florida. I would like to know should something happen to him, does this automatically go to me (his wife). Must I go to court, etc.?) Can you offer me any advice?

Thank you.


Asked on 5/08/02, 2:38 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Amy L. Finch, 845-362-0387 Amy L. Finch, Attorney and Counselor at Law

Re: Inheritance

The property will not automatically pass to you. The only way it will automatically pass to you is to have the ownership changed to both of your names as "joint tenants with rights of survivorship."

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Answered on 5/08/02, 3:00 pm


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