Stephen HaskellContested Probate Claims
Probate litigation is a specialty unto itself, posing unique issues and in some cases, even a differing burden of proof than required in other civil cases.
Contested probate claims typically arise when a close family member has been unexpectedly excluded from a decedent's will. In many cases, critical issues will involve testamentary capacity or undue influence of an individual receiving a disproportionate share from an estate. These cases require hands-on investigation and will frequently involve interviews with other family members and health care providers.
Probate litigation is a specialty unto itself, posing unique issues and in some cases, even a differing burden of proof than required in other civil cases.
Contested probate claims typically arise when a close family member has been unexpectedly excluded from a decedent's will. In many cases, critical issues will involve testamentary capacity or undue influence of an individual receiving a disproportionate share from an estate. These cases require hands-on investigation and will frequently involve interviews with other family members and health care providers.