Inheritance Rights In New Jersey

Summary

In New Jersey, if a deceased person leaves a will, its directives are generally respected by the courts. If you suspect undue influence or lack of testamentary capacity, you may consider challenging the will. The spouse typically receives a significant portion of the estate if there is no will. For specific legal advice, consult a local probate attorney. The New Jersey State Bar Associations lawyer referral service can help you find a suitable attorney.

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My father passed in a work accident (construction). He had remarried a woman several years ago who was not fond of my sister (*) and I (*). She went trough with a lawsuit and won *.* million. She said she will give my sister and I nothing
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. To provide accurate information, could you please tell me where this is taking place? Laws regarding inheritance can vary significantly depending on the location.
New Jersey
I'm sorry for your loss, ****. In New Jersey, the following rules generally apply:
- If the deceased doesn't have a will, the spouse receives the first *% of the estate, but not less than $*,* or more than $*,*, plus half of the balance. The rest goes to the deceased's descendants.
- If there's a will, it dictates the distribution.
For a detailed review, consider consulting with a local probate attorney.
He left everything to her in his will
I'm sorry to hear that, ****. In New Jersey, the will's directives are generally respected by the courts. If you suspect undue influence or lack of testamentary capacity, you may consider challenging the will. Please consult with a probate attorney for further advice.
Do you have any recommendations
I'm sorry, but as an online legal information service, I can't recommend specific attorneys. However, you can check the New Jersey State Bar Association's lawyer referral service. It's designed to assist people like you in finding a suitable attorney.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more legal questions in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Best of luck with your situation.