Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio

Not necessarily, only a statutory amount goes to the surviving spouse if the decedent died without a will or trust. The amount to the surviving spouse depends on if there are surviving children, whether the surviving spouse was the mother of at least one of those children and what the value of the estate is. This would not include assets with a designated beneficiary or assets held joint and survivor. I would recommend getting a free consultation with a probate attorney to evaluate your case and advise you properly. If you need assistance I would be happy to give you a 30 minute phone consultation. www.socrateslegal.com