Maria and Barbara were Don’s neighbors for over a decade and his closest friends. When Don’s wife passed away several years ago, they became the closest relatives he had, aside from his two beloved dogs.
Maria treated Don as a daughter would a father, so it was no surprise that in his will, he assigned her as his estate’s personal representative. The will also stated that Barbara would inherit $100,000 and custody of his two dogs, while Maria would receive the rest of his estate and remaining assets valued at $500,000.
As the years passed, Don fell ill and was admitted to the hospital. For two months, he was bedridden. Maria visited him every other day during this ordeal, while Barbara only made the trip once. Feeling abandoned and fading fast, Don altered his will by crossing out Barbara’s name and writing in Maria’s, leaving Maria as the sole beneficiary. Shortly after, Don passed away.
When a will is changed at the last moment and a beneficiary is removed, several complications can arise, leading to costly litigation and tarnished relationships. Maria enlisted our help to oversee her role as personal representative and to honor Don’s last dying wishes.
Our law firm successfully helped Maria navigate the complexities of the situation, ensuring that Don’s final wishes were respected and fulfilled without litigation. This success story highlights our dedication to providing compassionate and effective legal support during challenging times.
The Results
- Assisted Maria in Successfully Administering Don's Estate
- Avoided Costly Litigation
