In some cases, probate litigation is simply unavoidable and may, in fact, be the best way to resolve a dispute. Unfortunately, many probate disputes could be avoided if people were more proactive when it comes to their estate planning. As experienced probate litigation attorneys, we thought we would review some […]
What Are Your Options if You Have Been Left Out of the Will?
Tue Jan 31, 2023 | Estate Planning | Share
It can come as quite a shock to discover that you have been left out of a family member’s will. Whether it was intentional or by accident, this is one of the most common causes of will disputes. To protect your rights, you need to take immediate action and speak […]
Do You Need an Asset Protection Plan?
Fri Dec 30, 2022 | Asset Protection | Share
Asset protection is an often-overlooked element of careful estate planning. This is because people rarely look beyond providing for their family after they are gone – they assume that it is sufficient to set up a trust or draft a will that directs how their assets should be distributed. The […]
What You Need to Prove in a Fiduciary Duty Claim
Fri Dec 16, 2022 | Probate | Share
When an estate is admitted to probate, the personal representative owes a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries of the estate. When conflicts arise between the personal representative and the beneficiaries, one of the most common claims that is made is that the personal representative has breached their fiduciary duty. While […]