Nobody wants their legacy spoiled with a nasty fight amongst their heirs. The stress of a loved one passing may bring to the surface old feelings that cause your heirs to squabble over what you have left them. This can be particularly true in a case where some heirs are left more than others. To avoid this you may want to consider a No-Contest clause in your will.

What is a No-Contest Clause?

Some, but not all, states allow a provision to be put in a will that will prevent the named heirs in the will from fighting over what is left to them. In order to do this, the clause states that any heir who brings a suit to contest the will and loses will inherit nothing.

Something to Lose

Remember, anyone who is fully disinherited from your will has nothing to lose. This means they can legally bring suit without fear of losing anything. If you do wish to institute a no-contest clause, make sure to leave something to all of your heirs to remind them that bringing a suit and loosing will have consequences.

Laws on the no-contest clause can vary from state to state so make sure to consult with your legal professional before instituting one in your will. The experts at Stano Law group can help you figure out if a no-contest clause is right for you.