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  • Can you contest a will after probate has been granted?
  • How long do I have to contest a will?
  • Who pays to contest a will?
  • Who can challenge a will?
  • What is contesting a will?
  • What are the grounds for contesting a will?
  • Who can contest a will?
  • How much does it cost to challenge a will, and who pays?
  • How long do you have to contest a will?
  • What happens when you contest a will?
  • Can a will be overturned after probate?

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