Will contests in Connecticut Probate Court usually involve the one or more of the following: 1. Lack of testamentary capacity. Did the decedent understand what property was being disposed and who was to receive the property? The argument here is that the decedent was not of sound mind and memory when he/she executed the will….
Will contests seem to be increasing. Recently I have seen scenarios involving spouses, children, grandchildren or others that were not sufficiently provided for or left out entirely. When there are questions about the legitimacy of the will then will contests ensue. Here are some of grounds to challenge a will in Connecticut: 1. Lack of…