I’m reaching out for some advice. My dad passed away less than two months ago, and I just received the probate court papers stating his will. The will indicates that he left everything to my stepmom. The will was signed just five days before he died while he was intubated and in the ICU, which raises some concerns for me.
I have a court date in the middle of this month, but I’m worried I won’t be able to contest the will. Traveling from Maine to Oklahoma for the court hearing will be costly, and I’m not sure if I can afford it. I’m also feeling conflicted about what to do next.
I’ve heard from my dad’s sister that my stepmom has been talking about my dad in a way that suggests she was only with him for his financial support and is focused on getting his assets for her children. All I really want is the car that my dad and I worked on together; it means a lot to me, and I want to keep it running to make him proud.
If I don’t contest the will or can’t make it to the court, am I able to sue my stepmom afterwards? What are my options in this situation?
In Oklahoma, you have three months to challenge the validity of a will once it has been admitted to probate. If you want to contest the will, it’s important to consult with a probate or estate litigation attorney in Oklahoma. You probably won’t need to travel to Oklahoma for this process.
I’m very sorry for your loss. It’s important to act quickly, but you probably don’t need to travel to Oklahoma. A lawyer can file the necessary paperwork on your behalf without you needing to be there in person.
You can look into legal aid services, but most of them only assist residents with issues specific to that state. To effectively address this problem, it’s best to hire a private attorney.
You should verify whether your father was competent in the hospital when the will was rewritten. If you can prove he wasn’t, it could indicate fraud. It’s important to act quickly, or she might succeed in her plans.
As someone with experience in life insurance claims, I’d recommend investigating this situation thoroughly. If your father was in the ICU, there’s a chance that your stepmother could have fraudulently changed the will and signed his name. I’ve seen similar cases happen before, so it’s crucial to look into it.
Sell your PlayStation 5 if you need to; do what it takes to get what’s rightfully yours. Put the lawyer fees on a credit card if you have to. It’s frustrating when stepmothers take everything and leave the biological kids with nothing. You have to fight for what’s yours.