Contesting Will In Missouri

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If a will is not followed in Missouri, you can contest it in probate court. Legal aid services offer free remote consultations to help you navigate the process. Contact Legal Services of Southern Missouri or Missouri Legal Aid for assistance.

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My mom died Dec 11th * and she told me what she had willed to her children myself and * sibling. She had recently inherited family estate money from our grandparents but she was already on oxygen and her new husband has taken all funds and intends on just keeping everything leaving me stuck in Missouri without even a car to go back to Oregon I came here to Missouri only to care for my mom and didnt expect her husband was going to do this . It sure where she put her will he probably has it. But he has no intention of distributing our family money .
I'm sorry for your loss, ****. It's unfortunate you're having to deal with such issues at this time. In Missouri, the law allows the executor or any interested party to file a petition with the probate court for the probate of a will. Have you tried contacting the local probate court to see if your mom's will has been filed?
The house keeper told me that the new husband plans on keeping everything and completely disregarding her final wishes.
I'm sorry to hear about this situation, ****. In Missouri, if a will is not followed, you can contest it in probate court. Have you considered seeking legal advice from an attorney who specializes in estate law?
I don't have any money. I was so wrapped up in caring for mom that I didn't plan for myself or even think about myself after she dies.
I understand, ****. In Missouri, there are legal aid services that offer free legal help. They can guide you on how to navigate the probate process and contest the will's execution.
Okay well I don't have transportation and there are no transit routes here in Bolivar so I would need a telephone consult .
I understand your situation, ****. In Missouri, legal aid services usually offer remote consultations. Here are some you could reach out to:
*. Legal Services of Southern Missouri: *-*-*
*. Missouri Legal Aid: *-*-*-*
Remember, it's important to discuss your mom's will and the inheritance issue.