Inherited Assets In Lawsuit

Summary

Inherited assets received outright in New York are generally separate property, protecting them from unrelated settlements. However, if commingled with marital property, they may be at risk. Consider consulting an estate attorney for personalized advice.

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She received the assets outright.
In New York, inherited assets that are received outright are generally considered separate property. This means they are typically protected from being used to pay for settlements or debts that are not related to your wife. However, if those assets were commingled with marital property, they might be at risk.
Is there any chance the inherited assets were mixed with marital assets or used for joint expenses?