What Happens If There Are Two Different Wills? | NC

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Q: What happens if there are two different wills and nothing has been filed with the court? A: Until a will is filed and accepted in probate, nothing is legally settled. The court clerk first decides which document is being offered as the person’s last will. Usually, the later valid will controls, but only if it was properly signed and witnessed and is not successfully challenged. If the wrong…