Where an original last will and testament is lost or cannot be found upon the testator’s death, a photocopy of that will may be admitted to probate. In determining whether such relief is appropriate, “the key issue is whether the testator had the intent to revoke the missing will.” In re Estate of Schenecker, 2011 [...]
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Can A Photocopy Of a Will Be Admitted To Probate In Place Of The Original Will?
June 28th, 2012 · 1 Comment
Tags: Elder Law · Estate Administration · Estate Litigation · Lost Wills · Probate · Probating Copy of Will · Will Contests
