Contested Will Attorney

You Have Three Months to Contest a Will in Florida. Don't Waste Them.

We Help Families Contest Wills That Don't Reflect the Decedent's True Wishes

When a will doesn’t reflect what the testator wanted—or when someone claims it doesn’t—families end up in conflict over an estate, with a home, a business, or a lifetime of savings at stake. Whether you want to challenge a will you believe is wrongful or stand behind one you know is legitimate, a contested will attorney can prove your side in court.

The Common Causes of Will Disputes (and the Risks They Create)

A parent who promised to divide everything equally leaves it all to one sibling. A caregiver or distant relative appears late in life and walks away with the house. Two siblings read the same document and reach opposite conclusions. A signature doesn’t look right, or the will was never properly witnessed. Sometimes the person fighting isn’t an excluded heir at all—it’s a personal representative defending a valid will against a challenge they believe has no merit.

What these situations share is risk that moves fast. Florida imposes strict deadlines to contest a will, and once they pass, the right to act is gone for good—the estate gets distributed, the property gets sold, and the money moves out of reach. Whichever side you’re on, the longer a dispute drags, the harder the outcome is to change.

How Blue Line Law Firm Builds and Wins a Will Contest

A contested will attorney from Blue Line Law Firm takes the weight off you, whether you’re pursuing a challenge or defending against one. Here’s what that looks like in practice.

First, we investigate your will dispute

We examine the circumstances around the signing—who had access, who benefited, the deceased's mental state, and whether the will met the execution requirements of Florida Statute § 732.502. Our litigating attorneys ensure they build factual records that hold up in court.

Then we file and fight for you

We bring the formal objection in circuit court, manage every deadline, and handle discovery—subpoenaing records, taking depositions, and retaining medical experts on the deceased's capacity at signing. A will contest is decided by a judge, and a contested will attorney from our firm tries the case to the end.

You don’t manage any of this, decode the statutes, or chase the deadlines. That’s our job—and we do it the same way whether you’re challenging the will or protecting it.

Why work with blue line law firm

Blue Line Law Firm was founded by attorneys with law enforcement and prosecutorial backgrounds, with offices in West Palm Beach and LaBelle serving Palm Beach County, Hendry County, and South Florida. That background is why this firm investigates before it argues and builds evidence before it makes claims. We’re direct from the first conversation about whether your case is strong, what it will cost, and how long it will take.

We handle both sides of these disputes, and we’ve actually tried them—not just settled them to avoid the courtroom. When you need a contested will attorney who will see the fight through, our team is here for you.

Common Questions About Contesting a Will in Florida

How long do I have to contest a will in Florida?

Generally, until the later of three months after the notice of administration is served, or 30 days after a copy of the will is served. These deadlines are firm—waiting is the most common and costliest mistake families make.

Do I have to be named in the will to contest it?

No. You need to be an “interested person” under Florida law, which includes anyone who would have inherited under intestate succession—the rules that apply when there’s no valid will—even if you aren’t named in the document.

What if the will has a no-contest clause?

Florida does not enforce them. Under Florida Statute § 732.517, a penalty clause for contesting a will is unenforceable, so you cannot be punished for bringing a good-faith challenge.

Can I contest a will if I live outside Florida?

Yes. Many of our clients are adult children of Palm Beach County retirees or snowbirds who passed away here. Florida courts have jurisdiction over Florida estates regardless of where the heirs live, and we handle the process, so out-of-state families don’t have to.

How do I know if I have a strong case?

It depends on which side you’re on. A challenge is strongest when several factors line up—a dramatic late-in-life change to the will, someone with access and influence who benefited, medical records suggesting cognitive decline, and witnesses to the deceased’s condition. A defense is strongest when the will was properly executed, the author was clearly competent, and the challenge rests on little more than disappointment. We’ll evaluate your situation and give you an honest answer either way.

Act Before the Filing Deadline Closes Your Window to Challenge the Will

Every day that passes narrows what’s possible—a will gets harder to challenge, and a will under attack gets more vulnerable the longer it goes undefended. If something about a loved one’s will doesn’t add up, or someone is contesting a will you know is valid, act now. Contact Blue Line Law Firm today, and let a contested will attorney who knows how to win carry this fight for you.

Schedule your consultation with Blue Line Law Firm Today

If you’re dealing with an estate planning, probate, or partition matter and want to understand your options, contact us today to schedule a consultation.

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