Q: My father created a will. A year later he was married. In Tennessee, is a will valid after marriage?
Also, he went to his lawyer and was in the process of canceling the existing will and get a new one and unfortunately passed away before it could be completed. Lawyer claims he did not finish the process. Can the new wife contest the will?
A: Most likely - yes. Depending on the length of time they were married, a surviving spouse has certain rights to inherit ( elective share, years support, exempt Property) and a full discussion of those rights is beyond the scope of this question -answer format. You should consult an experienced family law attorney to guide you through the probate process.
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A: Yes, you would be able to contest the will. However, as a Wife, you would be eligible for an elective share of the estate.
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