Vermont Notice of Rights of Surviving Spouse is a document that outlines the rights of a surviving spouse in the state of Vermont. It establishes the rights of the surviving spouse to receive a share of the deceased's estate, including the right to a portion of the deceased's real and personal property, as well as various other benefits. The Notice of Rights also outlines certain restrictions and limitations that the surviving spouse must abide by. There are two types of Vermont Notice of Rights of Surviving Spouse: the General Notice and the Special Notice. The General Notice is used for most estates and outlines the rights and obligations of a surviving spouse in general terms. The Special Notice is used for estates with more complex provisions and outlines the specific rights and obligations of the surviving spouse in greater detail.