Certain types of beneficiaries have special rights regarding the testator’s estate. For instance, a testator’s surviving spouse and children may take a share of the estate, even if they are not mentioned in the testator’s will. Today, you’ll be learning about the rights of these beneficiaries.

In our discussion, we’ll talk about a surviving spouse’s right to support and an elective share. We’ll also cover the omitted spouse doctrine, as well as the omitted child doctrine. By the end, you’ll...