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I was adopted by my dad at 17. I always knew who my bio father was, but never kept in contact with him. Recently my bio father died. He lived in Louisiana. He did not leave a will, but has one(my sis ) daughter. She told me the state says I am legally entitled to part of his estate, and that if I refuse it, I must provide ssn's on my minor childred so that money can be held in trust for them. I feel this money should go to his daughter, not me. Is this a law or the lawyer just trying to be fair? my sis has to pay burrial expenses and could use this money.:confused:
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If it turns out to be the law, take the money and then give it back to her. She probably can't get it in time for the burial anyway. I am NOT a lawyer, but it sounds like a state law due to the fact he had no will.
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That's my plan of action rt now, but...how could they(state of La) even know I am his bio daughter? my records should be sealed and this matter shouldnt even have come up!:p
thanks for your advice!
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I think that if it was your father's wish, you should be greatful that the truth in his heart, is that you are his son and always have been. When you receive the money, simply pay for the burial wether it is too late for it or not. I am a birth parent and my adopted son is in my will, we as parents, feel like it is our responsibility to care care of our children when we leave, hoping to give them a better chance for their future. These are just my thoughts......hugs
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