Thread: where does one stand if death happens before divorce settled
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Old 02-23-2009, 06:55 PM
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Yep, in the absence of a valid will, spouse gets it all. Even if a valid will was present, it's common for spouses to contest it.

That's why it's important to take the last step and get the divorce.
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