What if there is a disagreement about a will?

If there is a disagreement about a will in Georgia, the best course of action would be to seek legal advice. The will can be contested in a court of law if there is a reason to believe that it was made under duress, or if the executor does not execute the will as written. The will can also be challenged if the person making the will was not mentally competent when the will was written or signed. If the person making the will has passed away, the court will appoint an Executor or Administrator to carry out the wishes of the deceased. The Executor will investigate the will to determine if it is valid. They will inform all interested parties of the will and its contents. If there is still disagreement regarding the will, a court will hear the case. At the hearing, all involved parties can present evidence and testimony regarding the will. An attorney may be appointed to represent the interests of those contesting the will. The court will then make a ruling regarding the will. In some cases, the parties may be able to come to an agreement outside of court. If this agreement is in accordance with Georgia law, they can submit it to the court for approval. If the judge approves the agreement, it will become legally binding.

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