My dad passed away on saturday. he left behind a wife, one blood child and his wife 4 children. Am i entitled to anything or does it all go to his wife? Are her children entitled to anything?
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If there are probate assets they will pass either through his Will, or by the laws of intestacy (where there is no Will). A wife is guaranteed a share, and birth children receive a share. You refer to her "4 children." Unless they were born of your father, or adopted by him as a step-parent, they might not share. It is best to sit with a lawyer and review all the facts surrounding your family.
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I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing. Generally if no will exists the property titled solely in the decedent's name will go roughly 1/2 to spouse and 1/2 to the deceased's children (either biological or adopted children). If a will was made it should control how property gets disbursed.
While I hope the general legal information above helps, it does not create an attorney/client relationship or offer specific advice on your particular situation. As a prior attorney post noted, it is wise to consult with an attorney who can review the situation and offer specific advice.
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