Huron, CA Estate Planning Law Firms & Lawyers

Assuming a revocable trust as to the living parent, then that person controls the amendments to the trust, assuming their mind is lucid and clear to make decisions. If the trust became non revocable as to your mother upon the death of your father then no amendment to the trust can be made, leaving you with the question as to whether to challenge the no contest clause. As to the balance of your questions, you need to obtain a probate litigation lawyer since your mother is already working with a lawyer who can explain to you the effects of challenging a no contest clause. Challenging a no contest clause has serious consequences for either side. So be careful and weigh your decision carefully.