In what circumstances can a will be contested?

A will can be contested under specific legal grounds that challenge its validity. One of the most common bases for challenging a will includes lack of capacity, which asserts that the testator did not have the mental ability to understand the nature of making a will at the time of its creation. Undue influence is another critical ground and occurs when someone exerts excessive pressure on the testator, affecting their free will in making decisions regarding their estate. Additionally, improper execution refers to failures in meeting the legal formalities required for a valid will, such as witnessing requirements or signature standards.

This answer is correct because it encompasses the fundamental legal principles that provide a basis for contesting a will. The other circumstances listed, although they may seem relevant, do not fully address the primary legal grounds recognized in most jurisdictions for contesting a will. For example, improper drafting may lead to ambiguities or interpretations of the will but doesn't necessarily invalidate it. Disagreement among beneficiaries concerning distribution does not constitute a legal basis for contesting the will unless it is related to one of the recognized grounds. Furthermore, the absence of a specific heir does not automatically invalidate a will; it may simply result in the laws of intestacy applying to the portion of the estate that would have gone to