Contested Trusts & Estates
Unfortunately, not all families are harmonious, and fiduciaries can make critical errors if not properly advised. As a result, without careful negotiations in the early phases of disagreements between fiduciaries and the beneficiaries they serve, litigation becomes inevitable. Such a development often comes on the heels of losing a loved one, so it should come as no surprise that emotions and stress can be especially high during such times.
Litigation can come in the form of court action, arbitration, or mediation. And the process can often move back and forth through the phases of active litigation, negotiation, and resolution. Despite the form in which the contested matter presents, my firm has the experience to serve as a steadying, guiding force during all phases of the process.
Representing clients in trust and estate litigation can involve the preparation of court filings, arbitration or mediation statements, private settlement agreements, and memorandums that advocate for your position based on fitting legal authority. Beyond preparing documentation typical to litigation, my firm takes extra care to guide you in understanding the legal aspects of your case, ensuring that the decisions you make for each phase of the process are all well-informed.
My firm sometimes represents beneficiaries of estates and trusts and at other times represents the fiduciary. Regardless of your position, with my firm you can expect sound legal advice that can only come from an attorney whose daily focus is deeply rooted in trust, estate, and tax law.
