Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio
rightful heirs
my wifes mother remarried after the death of her father.She was originally in the will as sole heir.Her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimers and while she was in the nursing home my Wifes step father had the will changed and eliminated her from the will.After his death the home and all monies and properties were taken over by his dead brothjers wife.She is executor as appointed by him.To the best of my knowledge she got everything including a home ,property,money etc.Does my wife have any claims in that she was the only living blood relative left on eather side?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: rightful heirs
If your wife's mother did not have the capacity to sign the new will then your wife can file a will contest action. There is a short time frame to file a will contest action generally three months from the date that the executor was appointed.
You should seek the advise of an attorney immediately to see if you have grounds to contest.