[WSBAPT] Can an Heir Contest a TODD?

[Paul Neumiller]

See RCW 64.80.100 and 64.80.120.  It is my understanding that the title companies treat this like a “lack of probate” situation so they are concerned about the 2 year statute after a person dies.


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From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> On Behalf Of Lynn Clare
Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 2:37 PM
To: WSBA Probate & Trust listserve <wsbapt at lists.wsbarppt.com>
Subject: [WSBAPT] Can an Heir Contest a TODD?

A title company just told me that a TODD can be contested by an heir not named as a beneficiary for up to two years after the Grantor's death.

RCW 64.80 says nothing like this. Does anyone know if a TODD can be disputed by an heir not named as beneficiary?

Lynn Clare
Clare Law Firm, PLLC


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