Florida § 736.0207 - Trust contests.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 736.0207 — Trust contests., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 736.0207. Trust contests.
(1) In an action to contest the validity or revocation of all or part of a trust, the contestant has the burden of establishing the grounds for invalidity. (2) An action to contest the validity of all or part of a revocable trust, or the revocation of part of a revocable trust, may not be commenced until the trust becomes irrevocable by its terms or by the settlor’s death. If all of a revocable trust has been revoked, an action to contest the revocation may not be commenced until after the settlor’s death. This section does not prohibit such action by the guardian of the property of an incapacitated settlor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 736.0207
What does Florida Statutes § 736.0207 cover?
Section 736.0207 ("Trust contests.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 736.0207?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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