What Are the Reasons to Challenge a Will in Virginia?

When your loved one dies and his or her will is made known, it may surprise you to learn that it is not what you expected. You may need to go to court in an effort to impeach the will. Find out here in this video if you have grounds to challenge a will.

Under Virginia law, there are several reasons to contest a will, such as:

The will was not executed properly, making the will invalid.
The person did not intend for that will to be his or her last will.
The will was signed by a person who lacked the mental capacity to execute the will.
The person who signed the will did so under the influence of someone who stood to gain from changing the will.
The person who signed the will was under duress (serious pressure by someone else).
Fraud was committed.

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.

Kevin W. Mottley [email protected]

Richmond, VA trial lawyer dedicated to handling brain injuries, car accidents and other serious injury claims

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