Will Contests

Get Rid of That Old Will!

In 1994, Helen M. Weste executed a Last Will. She was single and had no children. The Will made three charitable bequests, left her personal property to a niece, and left the remainder of her estate to be divided in differing percentages among a sister along with eight nieces and nephews. In 2002, Helen executed […]

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How to Stop a Will Contest

As a recent saying goes, “If there is a Will, there may be a Will contest.”  Probate litigation continues to increase, especially when there are families who have some level of discord.  Frequently, families want to disinherit or limit the share of one of their children.  However, they also wish to insure that when they […]

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Taking the First Step: Filing an Estate in Probate Court

CHALLENGING THE WILL AND IMPROPER LIFETIME GIFTS Historically, probate litigation revolved around two primary areas: (1) guardianships and (2) will contests. However, the type and scope of such litigation has increased due to an increasing elderly population. Due to this increase, many individuals are executing estate planning documents at an older age and at times […]

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