Section 13.101 Presumptions

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E. (§13.101) Presumptions

Current Missouri law is clear that the mere existence of a joint or mutual will does not establish an agreement or contract between the parties not to revoke or alter the will. See:

· McComb v. Lyons, 487 S.W.2d 16 (Mo. 1972)

· Stewart v. Shelton, 201 S.W.2d 395 (Mo. 1947)

· Plemmons v. Pemberton, 139 S.W.2d 910 (Mo. banc 1940)

· Moran v. Kessler, 41 S.W.3d 530 (Mo. App. W.D. 2001)

Section 474.155, RSMo 2000, expressly states that the “execution of a joint will or mutual...