Q: What rights does my fathers girlfriend of 15 years have to his estate?
My father passed away with a will stating “all real and personal property” to come to me. But his girlfriend of 15 years (never made legal) wants everything. What rights does she have to the house, cars etc if her name isnt on it?
A: Hi there. My condolences for the loss of your father. Estate administration is guided by many bodies of law including: the laws of wills, contract, real property, secured transactions, etc. While there is no way to conclusively answer your question without analysis of your situation, in general, how your father titled his property will be an important factor in administering his estate. I suggest you contact an attorney and begin legal proceedings without delay. Good luck.
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