Lynn v. Lynn

CROW, Judge.

Appellant, Linda Lynn, Personal Representative of the Estate of Raymond H. Lynn, Deceased, appeals from an order allowing a claim by Mary Lynn (“Claimant”) against the estate. Appellant’s sole point relied on presents an issue of first impression. The pertinent facts are undisputed.1

Claimant was once the wife of Raymond H. Lynn (“Decedent”). Their marriage was dissolved by a decree signed September 14, 1992. The decree awarded Claimant: (a) sundry property, (b) $1,000 as “partial attorneys fee,” and (c) $300 per month maintenance.

Decedent died intestate on February 7, 1993.

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