My father-in-law died three months ago, leaving his estate to my husband and his brother. My husband and I have since started divorce proceedings, and I wondered whether I or my three children will have any claim on the estate?
The money your husband inherited from his father may go into the pot to be divided along with the rest of your joint and individually-owned assets. However this very much depends on your particular circumstances, and such money is often “ring-fenced”. You should see a solicitor to ensure you receive a fair settlement. Your children will be the court’s main concern in this respect but neither you nor they have a direct claim on your father-in-law’s estate.