Q: A judge ignores a recorded phone conversation that contradicts the opposing party's claim in Probate. What should I do?
The opposing party in a Probate case claims they have made contributions to property taxes for the last 20 years. I was able to provide a recorded conversation between myself and the party, in which the party admitted that they withdrew their help/contributions 27 years ago. I always thought that credibility or lack thereof held weight. I presented the recording, as well as receipts reflecting my payments for the 20 years discussed.
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A: Your lawyer needs to object to the Clerk& Master's Report or appeal the Chancellor's ruling. This assumes that the property taxes were in sufficient amounts that it affects the Estate's other beneficiaries. Your recording may not have the legal impact on the Probate Case you think it does. If you do not have an attorney, then hire one.
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