Adoptive parents leave estate to siblings, exclude adopted child
An adopted adult says their parents told them they won’t inherit because they’re “successful,” and their share will instead go to a charity the parents choose—even though it conflicts with the adult’s beliefs.
Dear Eric: Recently my parents shared how their estate will be divided when they pass. They have worked hard and lived a modest life, and it goes without saying that they are entitled to do as they please with their estate.
In sharing how they intend to divide their estate, my parents informed me that I would not receive a share since “I don’t need it because I’ve been successful.” Instead, their estate will be divided among my siblings and the portion that would be mine will go to a charity of my parent’s choice. Incidentally, said charity is counter to my belief system but the gift would be in my name.