A will can be contested on a few different grounds. It is undoubtedly possible to contest a will successfully, but significant evidence is required, and the burden of proof is on the contester. If you are considering contesting a will, consider discussing your argument and proof with an attorney.
Some of the possible grounds for contesting a will include the following:
- Lack of capacity: proving that the testator did not have the necessary mental ability to sign a will
- Undue influence: proving that another individual, usually someone in a position of trust or power (such as a caretaker), coerced, manipulated, or pressured the testator into making or changing a will against their wishes • Revocation: proving that the testator wished to revoke the will being presented as valid
- Fraud: proving that the will was created or altered by someone other than the testator against the testator’s wishes.
It would be beneficial for you to call a Probate Lawyer Colorado Springs resident trust. The Colorado Springs Probate attorneys at Baker Law Group have many years of experience serving their clients in probate matters.
