Hutchinson v. Dow
California Court of Appeal
1Opinion of the CourtBray, J.
Appellant has taken two appeals: (1) from certain portions of the decree of settlement of the third and the fourth and final accounts of respondent and of final distribution; (2) from certain portions of the order denying her petition for partial distribution.
Questions Pbesented
First Appeal.
1. Did respondent, widow of the decedent, violate the no-contest clause of the will?
2. Alleged jurisdictional defects: (a) jury trial; (b) findings.
3. Had the “Sutro” judgment outlawed?
4. Error in commissions and fees.
5. Alleged inadequacy of fees to appellant’s attorney.
6. The final account generally.
Secon…
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