Woodard v. Gramlow

After disputes arose concerning the administration of Charlene Young’s estate, James Woodard was appointed by the court to be the personal representative (PR). The main source of controversy is a life insurance policy that named Jacqueline Gramlow, the decedent’s half sister, as the sole beneficiary. Although Ms. Young died testate, her will was inartfully drafted by Ms. Gramlow, who is not an attorney. In an attempt to settle the estate, the PR asked the court to determine the rights of the parties by interpreting certain documents. The trial court ultimately found that the will created a…