Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Ohio

No will but had beneficiary on life insurance

My husband's dad passed away. He didn't have a will but did have a life insurance policy. He left 100% of the life insurance to his daughter. Do we have any rights to that money or his property since there was no will?


Asked on 11/15/08, 10:07 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Elizabeth Schmitz Elizabeth S. Schmitz Attorney at Law

Re: No will but had beneficiary on life insurance

The proceeds from the life insurance pass by the beneficiary designation and not through the probate process. Therefore they will pass to your husband's father's daughter.

If he had other property your husband may have a right to it.

This information is general legal information and is not intended as legal advise nor does it create an attorney-client relationship. You should consult with an attorney for legal advise particular to your situation.

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Answered on 11/15/08, 1:05 pm


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