“Ms. Keaton,” he said. “Your records indicate you serve in the United States military legal corps. Is that correct?”
Brianna stood. “Yes, Your Honor.”
“You are a licensed attorney.”
“Yes, Your Honor.”
“And your role involves litigation and legal procedure.”
“That is correct.”
The courtroom shifted. Her parents’ attorney cleared his throat. The judge’s expression changed from neutral to mildly displeased. “So the court is asked to believe that a trained legal officer, bound by professional ethics and military code, committed fraudulent manipulation of an estate without leaving evidence.”
Brianna’s parents’ attorney hesitated. “We believe the influence was emotional, Your Honor.”
The judge nodded slowly. “Ms. Keaton, you may present your response.”
Brianna stepped forward. She did not raise her voice. She did not argue emotionally. She simply laid out facts. She presented medical assessments confirming Agnes was mentally sound. She provided notarized testimony from the estate attorney. She showed video recordings of Agnes discussing her will in clear and deliberate terms.
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