What is the time to contest a Will?
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What is the time to contest a Will?
Asked on December 6, 2012 under Estate Planning, New York
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Catherine Blackburn / Blackburn Law Firm
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
This varies from state to state. If you are thinking about contesting a will that has been filed in court or admitted to probate, you should contact a probate attorney immediately to find out if you have a claim and when it must be filed. Don't delay.
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