Can a Secret Child Claim Your Estate?

Can a "secret child" make a claim on your estate? In this video, Attorney Andrew Bethel of Bethel Law breaks down a real-life case involving an unknown child who tried to claim a share of their father's estate under California Probate Code Section 21622. Learn about the legal distinctions between omitted heirs, how the courts interpret estate documents, and how you can safeguard your assets from unintended claims. This case highlights the importance of precise estate planning, including the use of general disinheritance clauses and regular updates to estate plans. Find out what you need to know to protect your legacy and loved ones.

00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - What’s the Status?
00:55 - Storytime
02:42 - What Did the Court Find
04:23 - The Court’s Rationale & Omitted Children
06:34 - What do we do now?
07:17 - Conclusion

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Viewing this video does not create the expectation of an Attorney-client relationship. The information from this video is for general information purposes only. Nothing should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation.

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