Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Massachusetts

Re: Will contesting process

Time frames are short for going on record to contest a will; I assume by now you missed the deadline. What did you decide, anyway, to do

about it?

Why did you want to contest the will in the first place?

Re: Will contesting process

I thought I sent you a message but it has disappeared.

Who is the executor / executrix named? Why are you contesting? The rules and timeframes are very strict. When did your Dad pass away? When was the will filed at the Courthouse?

I have prepared forms for will contests. There are some specific legal-technical requirements in order to be successful (in addition to valid credible grounds), so I recommend you use a lawyer to contest the will.

Were you treated unfairly? Why, in your opinion?

Write to me at [email protected] with more of your story, please, and I may be able to help you. What courthouse is the will at?

Re: Will contesting process

Will contests in Massachusetts are usually based on one of two premises: either you claim that the testator (your dad) was not mentally competetent when he executed the will, or a claim that he was under someone's undue influence. A claim can also be brought if your dad failed to mention you in his will. Call me in the office if you have any questions. (413) 586-3341. Good Luck! William St. James