Disputed and Fraudulent Wills

Probably the most extraordinary facet of the investigation industry is the investigation of fraudulent and disputed wills. Just when you thought you had seen the worst all the human traits and believed that human deception and lies could get no worse, along comes the one thing that can turn people into the most devious, deceitful and treacherous, the chance to get their hands on a slice of a will or to increase their share.

There is an old satirical saying, “Where there’s a will, there’s a claimant”.

Lyonswood Investigations and Forensic Group have undertaken hundreds of these investigations and each has its own brand of deception, treachery, greed and hatred. More twists and turns than a bag of Rigoletto Pasta. From forged signatures, wills signed and made under duress, wills changed by persons who ought not have had the capacity at that time to do so, brothers, sisters, uncles and aunts, nieces and nephews all with a belief that they are entitled to a stake in the will despite there being no mention of them at all and often despite their apparent deliberate preclusion.

Lyonswood has investigated and gathered evidence to prove forgery, lies, theft of funds from bank accounts, theft of assets, misappropriation of funds, intimidation, harassment and even suspicion of murder. Carers who inveigle their way into the estate, neighbours who cajole their way into taking a share, relatives who turn up making claims despite them having little or not contact with the author/testator, persons who steal from the home of the deceased, it just goes on.

You will need a lawyer in such matters of dispute and Lyonswood can place you in contact with a competent one however you should be mindful that a lawyer is only as good as the evidence gathered and provided to him/her. Lawyers know the laws but are not investigators. A competent and thorough investigation is the best tool in such matters.

If you believe that you are being disenfranchised from your rightful inheritance or perhaps that there is a family conspiracy to preclude you, then give us a call and make an appointment to discuss your matter in complete confidence that will protect your confidentiality and provide you with an assessment and strategy to ensure your rights are protected.