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kzarin
Sep 6, 2007, 10:26 AM
If my natural mother died in Texas without a will and she is married, are my brother and I entitled to part of the estate or does the estate revert to my step-father solely.
ballengerb1
Sep 6, 2007, 10:56 AM
The proceeds of her estate will go to your step dad, unless you can find a will saying otherwise.
excon
Sep 6, 2007, 11:27 AM
Hello kz:
It depends on how title was held in the real property. I think you're an heir, though, and have a claim on the personal property. If it's being denied, then you may need a lawyer.
excon
ScottGem
Sep 6, 2007, 12:03 PM
This site explains the law of succession
http://www.professorbeyer.com/Articles/Intestacy_Texas_Basics.htm
Based on what it says you do have a claim against the estate.