Category: Trust Litigation
California trust beneficiary rights are a vital legal tool that empowers beneficiaries to protect their inheritance, preserve the integrity of the trust, and combat incompetent, negligent, or criminal trustees. Still, understanding if you need a beneficiary lawyer to represent you requires first understanding
No, a will does not usually override a trust in California, but trusts and wills are both essential instruments for coordinating a comprehensive estate plan. However, these documents can conflict and further complicate things for beneficiaries, executors, and trustees. In
A trustee can be the trust creator or someone they have entrusted with the job of managing the trust. But, they are not always the most suitable person for the job. Being a trustee is complicated and requires a very
When someone appoints an executor or trustee, this signals tremendous confidence in their ability and integrity. However, sometimes an executor or trustee is not suitable for this position, or does not fully understand his/her/their responsibilities. When a person does not
When conflicts arise between trustees and beneficiaries, they can become irreconcilable. These contentious disputes often culminate trust contests, which are complicated legal procedures. An invaluable phase of these procedures by trust litigation law is called ‘Discovery,’ which equips you and
Wills and trusts are complex documents that can span generations and lifetimes. Unfortunately, when emotions and interests are involved, fraud is not uncommon. Fraud often occurs when the trustee or executor misuses, hides, steals, or lies about estate assets. Still,
A trustee has an enormous responsibility, but they also have considerable authority. Unfortunately, trustees sometimes abuse their position for their gain in what is referred to as “self-dealing.” Self-dealing occurs when a trustee benefits from an action regarding the trust
A trustor designating a trustee signals a great deal of confidence in their integrity and abilities. However, trustees can prove to be unfit, which is when pursuing removal is critical. Ultimately, this legal process can be complicated, lengthy, and costly.
Estate planning is essential, and there are several estate planning options available. Ultimately, understanding what solution is right for you is critical to effective estate planning. While setting up a trust is an excellent, viable option, trusts still have drawbacks
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