Category: Probate Litigation
When a parent passes away, and an inheritance is on the line, it is an unfortunate reality that sibling rivalries can surface. Siblings may feel entitled to a portion of your inheritance, especially if they feel you received more than
If you and your siblings have recently inherited an asset from a deceased family member, it is common for disagreements to arise, especially regarding the sale of the asset itself. In the wake of losing a loved one, these rifts
When you are the beneficiary of a trust, the trustee wields considerable power and influence over your inheritance and trust assets. But they also have several duties they must uphold, all of which serve as a crucial protection for you
Gokal Law attorneys are often asked to help explain certain aspects of estate and trust law. Many people have common questions well before they may need litigation. One of the more frequent questions we are asked is about an accounting,
For many people, their will is the centerpiece of their estate planning efforts. As such, they likely ensured that it satisfied the state requirements to be valid and admitted into probate court. When someone creates and executes a will, is
When you are the beneficiary of a trust or estate, the trustee or executor has a responsibility to act in your best interest. But it can feel like they are not doing so if, for example, they try to sell
If you have paid a caregiver to take care of your senior loved one, but they took advantage of them to be included as a beneficiary in their trust or will, know that caregiver inheritance laws are on your side.
A person’s will is their legacy, and when it has been compromised, more than monetary or material gain is at stake. If you are thinking of challenging a will in Probate Court, it is normal to feel intimidated by the
A will establishes a person’s legacy and can provide for their loved ones after death. There are some instances, however, where a person may be manipulated into executing a will that gives someone a larger inheritance or entirely disinherits a
The probate process is how you cement the legacy of a loved one who has passed away to ensure it ripples across generations. But when issues arise during it, probate litigation in Orange County is often imminent. Probate litigation can