“I was born to a very prominent Miami family (fathers side) My mother placed me with the State of Florida in 1959. My state Case Worker gave me copies of my state file. I know who my father is because of the file. I was eventually adopted and after 13 years removed for child abuse. MY QUESTION: Do I have any legal entitlements under Florida law as an heir to this man. He has never married. Unlike many adopted children in Florida I DO know who my biological father is.”

If your father has a will, and he wills things to “his children” you would have the right to inherit. If he does not have a will, then you would have a right to some proportionate share in his estate by intestate succession. If he has a will but does not know about you, and you think he might will you something if he did, get to know him.


Michael Durgavich is an accomplished attorney and mediator. Maintaining a general practice in the San Jose, California area, Mr. Durgavich specializes in family law, bankruptcy, and alternative dispute resolution. Mr. Durgavich can be reached through his website at http://www.MichaelDurgavich.com. Contact This Author

State laws vary, and the above is intended as general advice, and not direct legal advice regarding any one particular situation in any one state. For direct personal legal advice related to your own situation you should consult an attorney familiar with the laws of your state and with your situation.