Explore comprehensive resources on the cognitive ability required for individuals to create a valid will, including video interviews with estate planning attorneys and articles detailing the legal standards involved. Delve into discussions about the mental competency necessary to ensure the distribution of assets aligns with the testator’s true intentions. Gain insights into key factors courts evaluate to determine if a person possessed the requisite mental capacity at the time of drafting their will.
An AI-drafted will can be rejected or partially invalidated in probate if it isn’t properly executed or its terms are unclear. Probate judges focus on statutory signing/witness rules and evidence of testamentary capacity and intent—not who typed the document. This article explains what the judge scrutinized, the most common AI-will pitfalls, and practical steps to […]
AI Wrote My Will. Here’s What the Probate Judge Said. Read More »
A single typo can invalidate an entire will and force a multimillion-dollar estate—like a reported $12 million case in 2026—into costly probate litigation. Even minor errors in names, beneficiaries, or key dispositive clauses can create fatal ambiguity and trigger challenges, delays, and unintended distributions under state law. This article explains how typos can void or
How a Single Typo in a Will Invalidated a $12 Million Estate in 2026 Read More »
To contest a will, you typically must file a formal challenge in probate court within a state-specific deadline that can be as short as 30 days after notice. Most contests rely on grounds such as lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution. This article explains the key legal grounds, required procedures, and
Contesting a Will: Legal Grounds and Procedures Explained Read More »
A legally sound will must meet your state’s requirements—typically being in writing, signed by you, and witnessed by at least two adults (or notarized for some forms). Following the correct formalities helps prevent challenges, delays, and unintended distributions in probate. This article walks you through choosing an executor, listing assets and beneficiaries, adding guardianship and
Creating a Legally Sound Will: Step-by-Step Instructions Read More »
