I have 4 children,do I have to legally leave them anything in my will.

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William B. Prugh / Polsinelli Shughart P C Answered 2 years ago | Contributor This attorney is licensed in Missouri

Probably not.  A spouse and minor children do have some statutory rights in the estate.  They may also try to contest the will causing delay and expense.  There are alternatives that may reduce this risk.

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