If my name was on an account with my greataunt who died and I became the primary account holder, will my ex have any rights to my money in the event of a divorce?

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If my name was on an account with my greataunt who died and I became the primary account holder, will my ex have any rights to my money in the event of a divorce?

Asked on April 9, 2012 under Family Law, Georgia

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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

I am so sorry for your loss.  So you held an account as joint tenants and there was right of survivorship when she passed, correct?  Could it be termed an "inheritance" from your great aunt?  Money inherited is not marital property unless it is comingled and there is shown an intent to make it marital.  Please go and speak with ana ttorney in your area who can look at the account and let you know under the law in your state how things would work.


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