Do we have any legal right to contest a Will for our part of an inheritance?
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My sister and I were left out of my father's Will. He left everything to his wife; as far as I know we were never mentioned in the Will.
Catherine Taylor / Broadbent & Taylor
Answered 1 year ago
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Generlly, children of a decedent have standing to contest a will. Most states have omitted heir statutes that govern this issue. If your father simply failed to name you without specific language disinheriting you, you probably have a good chance on a will contest. I would suggest that you speak to an estate planning/administration attorney as soon as possible.
