Legal Opinion

In Re the Estate of Smith

Washington Supreme Court

Decided March 3, 1966No. 37936, 38020Published

1DissentRosellini, C. J.

(dissenting) — I would -affirm the trial court in its decision in these actions. That decision was based upon a finding that a presumption of undue influence on the part of Lewie Williams, participated in by his secretary, Marie Afflerbaugh, was not rebutted by the proponents of the will. In finding that such a presumption was raised, the trial court took into account the following factors:(a) the age and physical condition of the testator;(b) the extremely close fiduciary and confidential relationship existing between the testator and Lewie Williams and between the testator and Marie…

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2Cases cited12 opinions

  1. Meinhard v. SalmonNew York Court of Appeals · 1928
  2. Estate of LancesCalifornia Supreme Court · 1932
  3. Wendt v. FischerNew York Court of Appeals · 1926
  4. In Re Brown's EstateOregon Supreme Court · 1940
  5. In Re Lobb's WillOregon Supreme Court · 1944

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