Legal Opinion
In Re King's Estate
Washington Supreme Court
Decided July 8, 1927No. 20537. Department OnePublishedCited by 10 opinions
1Opinion of the CourtFrench, J.
Thomas J. King died leaving a will which was probated in King county, Washington, the essential parts of which, in so far as this controversy is concerned, are as follows:
The first and second paragraphs nominate and appoint an executor; direct the payment of debts, etc.
“Third. I- give, devise and bequeath to my son, William H. King, one fifth of all my estate of which I may die seized or possessed, of every kind and character, both real and personal, and wheresoever the same may be situated, or to which I shall be entitled at the time of my death, to have and to hold forever.
“Fourth. Having…
2Cases cited3 opinions
- Rona v. MeierSupreme Court of Iowa · 1878
- Lanigan v. MilesWashington Supreme Court · 1918
- Bank of Charleston v. DowlingSupreme Court of South Carolina · 1898
3Cited by10 opinions
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- In RE MacADAMS'ESTATEWashington Supreme Court · 1954
- In Re Milton's EstateWashington Supreme Court · 1956
- In Re Estate of BrooksCourt of Appeals of Washington · 1978
- Hagan v. MuirCourt of Appeals of Kentucky (pre-1976) · 1937
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