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Robert A. Ray, Attorney at Law

Robert A. Ray is an attorney who has more than 30 years experience. A lawyer who knows the laws about unfair wills, inheritance disputes and other contested probate matters.

If you feel that you have lost an inheritance or are going to lose an inheritance; need to remove a Trustee due to a mismanaged estate or due to unscrupulous relatives; or, if you are considering contesting a will, we would be happy to give you a free, confidential review of the merits of your case.

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We handle contested probate cases throughout Texas.

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Read About Contesting a Will Because of Improper Execution of the will

A will must be executed with the formalities required by the lawIn Texas, wills must be executed with proper formalities. If it is not executed with those formalities, the will will not be admitted to probate and the deceased's property will go to his heirs through the law of descent and distribution.

Proper execution generally requires that:

  1. The will be in writing;
  2. Signed by the testator;
  3. It must be signed with testamentary intent;
  4. The testator must know and understand the contents of the document; and
  5. If not wholly in the handwriting of the testator, be witnessed by two witnesses who sign the will in the presence of the testator.

If you would like to talk to an estate planning attorney or a lawyer who is familiar with probate law to advise you about a will contest, click on the "Let us Help You" tab at the top.

For a discussion on what order the parties must sign the will, click here.
 

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