Famous and infamous people are dying every day - Hugh Hefner, Malcolm Young, Charles Manson - but there is nothing newsworthy in their estates. Digging somewhat deep, it has been reported that notorious Las Vegas mass murderer, Stephen Paddock, did not leave a will to dispose of his reported $5 million estate.
A Clark County, Nevada court had a hearing last week to determine who should administer his estate. Paddock’s 89 year old mother has declined to serve as administrator. It is likely that the Clark County Public Administrator, an elected official, will fulfill the responsibilities. The court will eventually determine who is to receive the estate proceeds.
Several points:
1. The complexities of dealing with the issues in this case are certainly above the ability of an 89 year old woman.
2. As meticulous as Paddock seemed, it might appear surprising that he did not have a will. However, maybe that is one more facet he thought through - he did not want to burden a familu member with the task of administering his estate.
3. With respect to who will eventually receive his estate, I am betting on the lawyers.
Photo Credit: AP/Eric Paddock
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