Document Validity Concerns Raised

Summary

A Transfer on Death Deed (TODD) and Certificate of Trust may be void ab initio in Washington State if executed under duress, fraud, or without proper legal formalities. Lack of independent counsel, an Unofficial Document watermark, and third-party registration can raise validity concerns. A Certificate of Trust drafted without proper authorization, missing a Tax ID, and containing incorrect information may not be enforceable. To challenge such documents, file a petition in probate court, gather evidence of fraud or duress, and present inaccuracies. Consider consulting a local attorney for guidance on legal procedures.

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does it void it ab initio? Or is it voided because of lacking proper legal formalities and is it fraud?
In Hawaii, a document like the Transfer on Death Deed (TODD) can be considered void ab initio if:
- It was executed under duress or fraud.
- Lacked proper legal formalities, such as independent counsel for the sick person.
- The "Unofficial Document" watermark may invalidate it.
- Registration by a third party without the principal could be problematic.
Do you need more information on challenging the validity of this document?
Oh, for washington state
In Washington State, a document such as a Transfer on Death Deed (TODD) could be considered void ab initio if:
- Executed under duress or fraud.
- Lacked proper legal formalities, including the absence of independent counsel for the sick person.
- The "Unofficial Document" watermark might invalidate it.
- Registration by a third party without the principal might be problematic.
Would you like more detailed information on challenging the validity of this document in Washington State?
the sick person had created a revocable trust on January *, * naming himself the settlor and trustee. On October *, * the person that got him to sign a trust document before a notary without independent counsel for the sick person held on to that trust document. And when the sick person died on December *, *. The person then on March *, * drafted a Certificate of Trust Naming Mr. Score as trustee and not leaving any Tax ID number and naming Dennis Balcom’s address where he lived when he was alive and not mentioning that Dennis had died. If Dennis was not involved in drafting the Certificate of trust, then is it enforceable and is the certificate of trust the formal document naming a person as successor trustee?
The situation raises significant concerns:
- If the Certificate of Trust was drafted by someone other than Dennis Balcom and without proper authorization, it may not be enforceable.
- The lack of a Tax ID number and incorrect information regarding Dennis's status could invalidate the document.
Would you like more information on how to challenge the validity of this Certificate of Trust?
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Here’s how you might challenge the validity of the Certificate of Trust in Washington State:
- Verify if the Certificate of Trust was properly authorized.
- Check for the necessary formalities, including accurate information and the presence of a Tax ID number.
- Investigate potential fraud or duress in the creation of the document.
Would you like guidance on the legal procedures to follow?
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To challenge the validity of the Certificate of Trust in Washington State:
- File a petition in probate court to contest the trust.
- Gather evidence of any fraud, duress, or lack of proper authorization.
- Present your case regarding the inaccuracies and lack of required details (e.g., Tax ID).
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