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To contest a beneficiary deed or will in Colorado, you must file a lawsuit or formal objection in probate court, providing evidence of undue influence, fraud, or lack of capacity. Essential steps include proving suspicious timing, showing the person didnt understand the changes, and finding witnesses to testify about the persons mental state. Consulting a probate attorney is crucial for navigating this complex process.Full Conversation
What is the best way to contest the validity of a beneficiary deed in the state of Colorado because my cousins had my mother to somehow change it to add them on and to take me off the beneficiary deed. I was listed as the beneficiary since August of * and my mother died from pancreatic cancer on December 19th * and I was not even notified of her passing until I happened to call her on December 23rd, * to have my aunt answer her phone and she told me that my mother died on that Tuesday. When I went to check on the status of her home the neighbor called the police and when they showed up I told them what happened and I just found out my mom died and I wanted to check on her house and to see if I could find her will. But my 2nd cousin showed up and he works for the Colorado springs police department as a police officer and told them that his mother and aunts own the home so i was arrested for 1st degree criminal trespass. This has always been my permanent address and my grandfather built the house so my entire life i was welcome and able to always be there and come to find out that the beneficiary deed was just changed on October 2nd * without me even knowing that I was taken off also I am the only child of my mother's. And my cousins have taken over by selling all her personal property including her car and this was all within 10days of her passing away. And now they have her home listed to be sold not even 30days of her passing. I have started to probate Pursuant to C.R.S. *-*-*,
I'm sorry for your loss and the difficult situation. In Colorado, to contest a beneficiary deed, you generally:
- File a lawsuit in probate court.
- Prove the deed was changed due to undue influence, fraud, or lack of capacity.
- Have evidence supporting your claim.
You should consult a probate attorney to guide you through this process.
What about contesting a will for undue influence/fraud
To contest a will for undue influence or fraud in Colorado, you need to:
- File a formal objection to the probate court.
- Provide evidence of undue influence or fraud.
- Be prepared for a court hearing.
It's crucial to engage a probate lawyer for assistance.
Can you draft me a lawsuit for probate court in El Paso County Colorado Springs CO
I'm sorry, but as an online legal information provider, I can't draft a lawsuit for you. I suggest you seek the help of a local probate attorney in El Paso County, Colorado Springs, CO. They will be able to guide you through the process and draft the lawsuit.
How can I prove that undue influence/fraud did take place
To prove undue influence or fraud in Colorado, you need to:
- Provide evidence of suspicious timing or circumstances
- Show that the person didn't understand the implications of the changes
- Prove that the person was isolated from others or pressured
- Find witnesses who can testify about the person's mental state
Engage a probate lawyer for detailed guidance.
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