Category: Probate Litigation
Wills and trusts are essential to preserving an estate and protecting beneficiaries and those the creator cares about most. However, sometimes there are issues within these documents, or that occur when drafting them, that warrant legal action. When contesting a
Will and trust fraud is a serious crime that can have severe repercussions, including the creation and use of a fraudulent will. This act compromises the integrity of these estate planning documents. Worse yet, it jeopardizes the entire estate. If
Wills and trusts are complicated but essential estate planning instruments. While setting up a will and trust is a complex endeavor in and of itself, administering and executing them is just as complicated and requires the expertise of a premier
A person who creates a Living Trust is often held in high regard by their family. This dynamic can make it difficult for both beneficiaries and the grantor to admit they may no longer be fit to fulfill their duties.
Deciding between a will and trust can be daunting, but this decision has a far-reaching impact on your life and those you love most. Understanding the nuances that differentiate them is crucial to establishing an optimal estate plan. The debate
Are you in the midst of appointing a trustee? If so, you’ve likely considered hiring an institution to administer your trust assets. These corporate trustees are known for using fee schedules to manage their payments, as opposed to private and
There are a number of disappointing scenarios which require a trust litigation attorney: Maybe your trustee has been lazy in administering the trust; the trust might be ambiguous or have certain errors; ownership of property may not be clear; assets
The probate court process can be tricky to understand, especially without the guidance of an experienced probate attorney. One of the most confusing factors is the difference between probate and non-probate property, and how both types of assets are distributed
New changes to gift and estate taxes are going into effect in 2022, boosting the official estate and gift tax exemption to $12.06 million per person for deaths throughout the year. This is up from the $11.7 million tax exemption
The probate process was established in order to prove the validity of wills and other estate documents, as well as distribute a person’s assets after death if they do not have a trust. California’s Probate Code guides the process of