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LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF???

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Paulene

Paulene Report 22 Mar 2011 23:55

Hi, hope you can help, if someone has made a will and they have not been with the person that they have named in their will (for example an ex girlfriend, not been together for about five years) as getting all or most of everything, can it be contested by the next of kin of the deceased?
Regards Polly

Researching:
Names: Beck, Bowker, Sturt, Whittaker. Places: Salford, Manchester

Lindsey*

Lindsey* Report 23 Mar 2011 00:14

Anyone can contest a will if they do not agree with it.

What does contesting a will mean?
A person can leave money or property to whomever they choose in their will. However, sometimes a will is challenged – this process is called contesting a will. If you are concerned as to your entitlement under a will, read on to find out more about whether you have a case
Reasons for contesting a will
Common reasons for a will dispute include:
The will does not reflect the wishes of the deceased because it was drafted negligently or contrary to the instructions of the deceased.
The will was signed under undue influence, for example the deceased was pressured into signing the will.
The deceased lacked the necessary mental capacity to sign or to give instructions for a will, e.g. the person was suffering from dementia or a similar mental illness when the will was made
The will has been drafted and signed incorrectly, which is often a problem with homemade wills
Even if a will is valid, you may be able to claim against the solicitor or other professional if they drafted the will negligently.


but if they wanted to leave it all to the cats and dogs home, so be it !

There are plenty of no win no fee solicitors who can advise .

Researching:
For better results please give all the details ,name, date place as you can {pictures by me }