A will that the testator created or changed shortly before passing away can cause controversy and suspicion among family members. Especially when the will names a single heir who was the deceased's new "friend" or caregiver and disinherits their children,...
Protecting Your Legacy
Will Contest
Who can legally contest an estate?
Whether expected or the result of a tragic accident, the loss of a loved one is never easy. It is frustrating to think that some may find themselves dealing with additional stress when a will has unexpected results. What if you were unexpectedly left out of the will?...
Your options for challenging a will are limited
When faced with the shock of losing a loved one, you may be doubly confounded to learn that your loved one excluded you from the will or that your share of the estate is considerably smaller than what you expected to inherit. Perhaps the deceased made a point to tell...
Why are some wills contested?
You probably already know that just because you've been named as an heir in your very wealthy relative's Texas estate, it doesn't mean that after he or she dies you can simply show up to the house and collect the items or money left to you. It wouldn't be that simple....
Do you have the ability to contest a will?
If you believe issues exist with the will of a recently deceased loved one, you may want to take action. However, serious legal procedures go along with contesting a will, and, therefore, you may wish to feel confident that moving forward with such action suits your...