Contesting A Will Process

Summary

To contest a will in New York, you must demonstrate grounds such as undue influence, fraud, or lack of mental capacity. Gather evidence like medical records and timestamps. File a petition in the Surrogate’s Court where the will was probated. For legal representation, consider using resources like the New York State Bar Associations lawyer referral service or websites like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell to find probate attorneys in Putnam and Westchester counties.

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help me contest this will I can upload more info
Hey there! Contesting a will can be quite a complex process. Could you share a bit more about why you believe the will should be contested? This will help me provide you with the most relevant information.
my uncle disinherited me and my sister who are his only living blood relatives for his roommate who claims she is his adopted niece. He had a medical emergency on the day of the will signing which I have the records of and it conflicts with the wills time stamps this is in Putnam NY
It seems like you have a valid reason to contest the will based on your uncle’s medical emergency and the conflict in the will’s time stamps. Here are some general steps to contest a will in New York:
- Grounds for Contest: You can contest a will if you believe it was signed under undue influence, fraud, or while the person was not mentally capable.
- Gather Evidence: Collect all medical records, timestamps, and any other relevant documents.
- File a Petition: You will need to file a petition in the Surrogate’s Court in the county where the will was probated.
Would you like assistance connecting with local lawyers who specialize in will contests so they can better assist you with your case?
yes list some good ones for probate who serve putnam and westchester
I can't list specific lawyers, but I recommend checking out the New York State Bar Association's lawyer referral service or websites like Avvo or Martindale-Hubbell where you can find probate attorneys who serve Putnam and Westchester counties. Would you like assistance connecting with local lawyers who specialize in will contests?
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It seems like you have a strong case for contesting your uncle's will based on the information provided. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
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