Legal Question in Family Law in Tennessee

spouses right

My husband has one adoptive daughter. We do not have any children.If he were to pass where would I stand on his estate? What protection would I have? Would everything go to me then her after my death? Wanting to know I will be ok in my elder years. HIs retirement,insurance ,etc.


Asked on 6/20/07, 10:01 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

KJW Firm PLC

Re: spouses right

It doesn't matter that she is adopted. She would take the same as a biological child, which means both you and she would be entitled to a share if your husband dies without a will.

Read more
Answered on 6/20/07, 10:20 am


Related Questions & Answers

More Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody and Adoption questions and answers in Tennessee