The second way to contest a will in Virginia is to file a complaint in circuit court seeking to impeach (challenge) the will as being the will of the decedent. In such a case, the court is required by statute to empanel a jury to hear the case. The sole issue for the jury to decide is whether the will that has been offered is, in fact, the will of the decedent. The jury may also decide that some other paper produced at the trial is the actual will of the decedent.
Do You Need To Contest A Will In Virginia Or Speak To An Estate Law Lawyer Regarding A Will, Trust Or Estate Dispute?
When a person dies, or even before dying, their wealth is placed into the hands of someone, such as a trustee or an executor. This entity has a fiduciary duty to manage the wealth properly and to make sure it’s given at the appropriate time to the beneficiaries who were entitled to receive it as part of their inheritance.
However, sometimes, these people don’t fulfill these duties. When that happens, it’s necessary to have an experienced estate law attorney take action in court. The passion of The Mottley Law Firm is to protect the legal rights of our clients throughout Virginia, and we want to hear from you. Contact us online or call or call our Richmond office directly at (804) 409-0876.
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