Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Washington

Assets covered by a will

I have only my son as beneficiary named in my will. If he happens to expire before I do, will his wife be able to acquire the assets without my having to change my will, or is some type of codicil required?


Asked on 6/17/01, 12:40 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Bruce Busch Bruce R. Busch, Attorney at Law

Re: Assets covered by a will

It is highly unlikely that your son's wife would receive the residue of your estate if your son predeceased you absent a provision in your will. It is more likely that some distant relative would have more of a legal right to your estate per the Washington Intestate provision of the RCW. I would strongly suggest you execute a codicil or new Will.

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Answered on 7/10/01, 10:01 pm


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