Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Oregon
My grandmother's will bequeaths her wedding ring to my mother; and if my mother predeceases her, then to my Aunt. My grandmother (who is still living) ended up gifting the ring to my mother over a year ago. My mother passed away 3 months ago and left the ring to me. Am I obligated to return it to my Aunt under the terms of my grandmother's will? Or since it was gifted to my mother over a year ago while my grandmother was still living, is it outside of the will?
Thank you.
Asked on 5/03/11, 12:45 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Bonnie Popia
Proctor & Popia, LLC
Since your grandmother gave the ring to your mother, it belongs to your mother.
Your aunt has no legal claim to the ring.
Answered on 5/03/11, 12:56 pm