Can my family challenge my inheritance if I’m not biological? | NC

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Q: Can my family challenge my inheritance if I found out the parent who raised me is not my biological parent? A: If you are named in a valid will, the will usually controls—so you generally do not lose a gift just because you later learn there is no biological relationship. A will can leave property to anyone. Your family can still try to challenge the will, but they must file a formal will…