[NV] [NV] How do I leave my assets to only one child?
Inheritance of all my assets, including appointing my adult son as guardian of my adult disabled daughter and as her SSI payee at the time of my death. I’d like to exclude three of my adult children and leave my assets only to one adult son. I need to make this legal just in case.
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To ensure that your adult son inherits all of your assets and is able to take legal responsibility for your adult disabled daughter after your passing, you will need to execute a well-structured estate plan under Nevada law. At a minimum, this includes drafting a valid Last Will and Testament in which you clearly state your intent to leave your entire estate—custom cars, land lots, personal belongings, and any financial accounts—to your son.
You must also include express language disinheriting your other three adult children to avoid ambiguity or potential will contests. Nevada does not require that adult children receive a share of your estate, so your decision to exclude them will generally be honored as long as your will is properly executed—signed by you and witnessed by two disinterested parties. Even if you do not own a home, the land and other tangible and intangible assets you do possess make it essential to have these directives legally recorded.
Additionally, to ensure that your son is appointed as your daughter’s legal guardian after your death, you should file a guardianship nomination with the court. While Nevada law does not allow for automatic transfer of guardianship upon death, you can include a statement in your will or a separate legal document nominating your son as the successor guardian. The court gives significant weight to such nominations when they align with the best interests of the disabled adult.
You may also wish to coordinate with the Social Security Administration in advance to assist in designating your son as your daughter’s successor representative payee, which generally cannot be pre-assigned but can be supported by showing your documented intent. For long-term care planning, it would be prudent to discuss whether a special needs trust is appropriate to preserve your daughter’s eligibility for SSI and Medicaid while still providing financial support.
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Inheritance of all my assets, including appointing my adult son as guardian of my adult disabled daughter and as her SSI payee at the time of my death. I’d like to exclude three of my adult children and leave my assets only to one adult son. I need to make this legal just in case.
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand the importance of ensuring your daughter’s well-being and securing your assets for her future. Have you already created a will or estate plan?
No, I have not, because I do not own a house, but I am paying for two land lots in Nevada.
Lexi, Chatbot
Have you discussed your wishes with your son and daughter, as well as the children you wish to exclude from your inheritance?
My son is well aware of my wishes, and the other three siblings have disassociated from us.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the family lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured, they’ll be able to help with your inheritance planning.
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I will try to give some thoughts...
To ensure that your adult son inherits all of your assets and is able to take legal responsibility for your adult disabled daughter after your passing, you will need to execute a well-structured estate plan under Nevada law. At a minimum, this includes drafting a valid Last Will and Testament in which you clearly state your intent to leave your entire estate—custom cars, land lots, personal belongings, and any financial accounts—to your son.
You must also include express language disinheriting your other three adult children to avoid ambiguity or potential will contests. Nevada does not require that adult children receive a share of your estate, so your decision to exclude them will generally be honored as long as your will is properly executed—signed by you and witnessed by two disinterested parties. Even if you do not own a home, the land and other tangible and intangible assets you do possess make it essential to have these directives legally recorded.
Additionally, to ensure that your son is appointed as your daughter’s legal guardian after your death, you should file a guardianship nomination with the court. While Nevada law does not allow for automatic transfer of guardianship upon death, you can include a statement in your will or a separate legal document nominating your son as the successor guardian. The court gives significant weight to such nominations when they align with the best interests of the disabled adult.
You may also wish to coordinate with the Social Security Administration in advance to assist in designating your son as your daughter’s successor representative payee, which generally cannot be pre-assigned but can be supported by showing your documented intent. For long-term care planning, it would be prudent to discuss whether a special needs trust is appropriate to preserve your daughter’s eligibility for SSI and Medicaid while still providing financial support.
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