If I contestmy mother’sWill, do I stand a chance of winning?
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If I contestmy mother’sWill, do I stand a chance of winning?
Will also states I am her only child and she has given me what she intended and makes no further provision I have received nothing.
Asked on December 7, 2011 under Estate Planning, California
Answers:
Sharon Siegel / Siegel & Siegel, P.C.
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
This is a difficult question to answer on the internet. I would suggest you consult with a lawyer. However, here are some pointers. If you are a child and there is no surviving spouse, you are the only ont who will have standing to contest the will. There is no requirement that a child be left anything. You did not state your county, but some counties are more family orientated than others. The most common grounds for contesting are undue influence, lack of due execution. I would consult with an attorney to see if you should pursue the case. There is nothing to lose in a consultation. Move quickly before the will gets admitted to probate. Sharon M. Siegel, Esq. www.siegelandsiegel.com 212-721-5300
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