Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in South Dakota

Inheritance

Is it possible for a person to decline an inheritance if they are named in a will?


Asked on 12/02/06, 10:04 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Ronald Cappuccio Ronald J. Cappuccio, J.D., LL.M.(Tax)

Re: Inheritance

An inheritance may be "disclaimed"within 9 months of the date of death. The disclaimer has to be in writing and directed to the executor. If the disclaimer is made after 9 months, it will be considered a gift to the ultimate beneficiary.

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Ron Cappuccio

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Answered on 12/03/06, 10:19 am
Gerd Zimmermann zimmermann nielsen & colleagues

Re: Inheritance

yes you may do it

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Answered on 12/02/06, 4:50 pm


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