Divorce Doesn't Auto Update Your Estate | Durham News

Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 2m

Divorce papers don’t magically erase your ex’s access to your assets or medical decisions—unless you actively update beneficiary forms, trusts, and healthcare proxies. Whether you’re straight, same-sex, or part of a blended family, failing to review every financial and legal document after a split can leave your ex inheriting your money or making life-or-death choices. Your will might be updated, but critical documents like retirement accounts, life insurance, and powers of attorney often stay unchanged. Don’t assume your wishes are honored—audit your entire estate plan post-split to ensure…