Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
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If any person, whether or not related to me by blood or in any way, shall attempt, either directly or indirectly, to set aside the probate of my will or oppose any of the provisions hereof,and such person shall establish a right to any portion of my estate, then i give and bequeth the sum of one dollar ($1.00), only that, and no further interest whatever in my estate to such person.
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In brief, if this person attempts to litigate any aspect of the Will, they lose the potential inheritance and only get $1. This provision is intended to prevent any litigation by someone intended to be disinherited but who may have a legitimate interest in the estate, and assures no inheritance will be received if the probate is contested. Some states do not recognize these types of clauses, but NY currently does.
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