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AndrewBu
Feb 2, 2012, 05:25 PM
My wife inherited her mothers home. We are getting divorced. Am I entitled to half of her inheritance in the divorce?

JudyKayTee
Feb 2, 2012, 05:27 PM
Where? This is an International site.

Usually... no.

AndrewBu
Feb 2, 2012, 05:36 PM
Sorry, California. I knew I didn't put that in my question just as soon as I hit send.

cdad
Feb 2, 2012, 06:07 PM
No you are not entitled to 1/2. California has a community property law but it only applies to property that is acquired during the marriage. Previous ownership, gifts and inheritance are considered separate property.