Estate of Dunn
Objector Douglass W. Dunn (Dunn) appeals from an order denying his will contest and admitting the will of his estranged wife Christina M. Dunn (decedent) to probate. Neither Dunn nor Amir Aalam, his attorney of record from the law firm of Purdy & Brehme, appeared at the July 10, 2007, hearing on the will contest. On appeal Dunn argues that he is entitled to reversal because: (1) the court erred in admitting the will without requiring cross-examination of both subscribing witnesses; (2) the court abused its discretion and denied Dunn due process by refusing to allow him to appear through attorney Robert Schell; and (3) the decedents signature on the proffered will differs significantly from the decedents undisputedly genuine signature on another document. Alderson seeks attorney fees and costs for defending the will contest on appeal. Court shall affirm the order and limit Aldersons award to costs as the prevailing party.
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