Grant v. Bessemer Trust Co. of Florida

Thomas Grant appeals the final declaratory judgment of the probate court interpreting a provision of a codicil to the will of Grant’s father, Milton Grant. That provision, according to the court, did not provide for lifetime employment with Milton’s company, contrary to Thomas Grant’s contention. Because the will provision was ambiguous, and the trial court made its determinations based upon competent substantial evidence, we affirm.

Thomas filed a petition for construction of will and other declaratory relief against Bessemer Trust, the personal representative, asking for enforcement and/or…