New Braunfels, TX asked in Estate Planning and Probate for Texas

Q: Dad passed away almost 4yrs ago> Step mother had will drawn up in '87 probated. What are my options?

I have to believe that there is an updated will. Step sibling is romantically involved with the attorney who probated the will who also happens to work for attorney. Any advise?

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Terry Lynn Garrett
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Terry Lynn Garrett
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • Austin, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: If you cannot find the more recent Will which you think exists, you will have a hard time contesting the 1987 Will. Do what you can to prove the existence of a more recent Will and contact a probate attorney who does fiduciary litigation.

Tammy L. Wincott
Tammy L. Wincott
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  • Estate Planning Lawyer
  • San Antonio, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: You would need to find an updated will or find a way to contest the will from 1987. An answer really depends on several factors and they shouldn't be discussed in a public forum. I suggest you contact a probate attorney (as my colleague suggested a litigation attorney) for a private consult.

Best wishes.

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