What if there is a disagreement about a will?

If there is a disagreement about a will, the first step is to consult the lawyer who wrote the will. The lawyer can help explain the intent of the will in order to prevent a dispute. If the dispute is not resolved, then one or more of the parties involved in the dispute may take legal action. In Alabama, there is a process for contesting a will. Generally, a person wishing to contest the will must file a petition in the probate court. The person must demonstrate that the will does not reflect the wishes of the deceased or that they were misled in some way. The petition must include evidence to support their case. After the court reviews the evidence, they will decide whether or not to accept the petition. If the will is contested, then a hearing will take place. During the hearing, both sides will present their arguments and evidence, and the court will make a final ruling. Depending on the evidence and the court’s ruling, the outcome of the dispute may be that the will stands as is, or that it is amended, or that it is completely overturned.

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