A contested probate is when someone challenges the distribution of estate assets or the appointing of a personal representative of the estate.
Contesting a will can be a very difficult procedure that presents some unique challenges in court. Most wills go through probate without any problems. However, every once and a while, something will halt the proceedings. If a will fails to meet certain requirements, or the will maker was not legally of age or sound mind, …
Adults have the ability to make their own Will to name who will receive their property upon death. There may be circumstances, however, when the process of making a Will wasn’t done properly. Interested persons may wish to step forward and challenge, or contest, the Will, claiming it is invalid. In this article we will …