Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
Voiding a will
A copy of my mom's will was found with the words VOID written on it and
initialed and dated by her (immediately after the word VOID). Can this be used to
contest the validity of the original will? She crafted this will in 1996 and in June
of this year, she apparently wrote Void and initialed and dated her copy at
home.
Asked on 1/09/06, 11:43 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
H.M. Torrey
The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey
Re: Voiding a will
Yes, but we would need to see the will at issue to give you completely accurate counsel or direction. For prompt, affordable legal assistance in this matter, contact us directly today for a free consultation.
Answered on 1/10/06, 3:30 am
Donald Field
Donald L. Field, Jr., Attorney at Law
Re: Voiding a will
yes, if you can prove that the writing was by your mother.
see: Probate Code 6120 to 6121 at http://caselaw.lp.findlaw.com/cacodes/prob.html
Answered on 1/10/06, 7:24 am