[WSBARP] Post-death Adopted grandchild

[Heather de Vrieze]

Looking for the collective wisdom on a new one for me. Grandma (died April 2024) leaving a Will which leaves the sum of $5000 to each grandchild (or to a custodian of Personal Representative's choosing for each grandchild if under 25). In August 2024 son adopted a child (not sure of said child's age). Does this newly adopted grandchild receive $5000? If it was a grandchild in gestation, I think the statue is clear, but what about adoptions? What if the adoption were finalized next year?

Client (Grandma's daughter) is not inclined to pay. Surely not worth a big fight, given the amount at stake, but, interested in thoughts of the group.

Heather

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