Is my deceased wife’s will she had before we got married valid?
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Is my deceased wife’s will she had before we got married valid?
I live in New York State. Her will left jewelry to her sister, am i obligated to adhere to that request.
Asked on February 19, 2018 under Estate Planning, New York
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Assuming that the will was properly executed and witnessed, then yes, you are obligated to adhere to the request. Marriage does not invalidate a will: her will would remain in effect, no matter how many times she got married or divorced, until and unless she had changed it or replaced it with a new will.
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