Legal Question in Family Law in Pennsylvania
My widowed father who is 77 is talking about marrying a 56 yr old, whom he has know for several years. We are concerened about his assets going to her upon his death. He has cancer and has been given 5 yrs to live. My siblings and I are afraid his girlfriend will inherit his home, which is paid, and all his assets.
If her name is not on the deed, will she be entitled to the house?
1 Answer from Attorneys
If they marry, she may have a share in his estate. His Will controls how some of the assets get divided, but even if a spouse is not included in the Will, that spouse is entitled to a certain elective share of the estate.
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