The passing of a loved one is a difficult event to process, and the situation can become even more complex if surviving family members believe that the will submitted to the court for probate is not valid. It is not uncommon for unscrupulous parties to submit...
Probate/Guardianship Litigation
How to spot wrongdoing by an estate executor
After a loved one passes away, you may be among the beneficiaries of their estate. As the probate and estate administration process progresses, you may have concerns about the executor's conduct. Executors, or personal representatives, often hold their role due to...
Sibling rivalry could lead to probate litigation
It is not uncommon for complicated relationships to develop between siblings over time. Siblings often have differing life goals, political views, and perspectives on how to live life. While most people hope that their children will outgrow sibling rivalry, it...
Probate litigation could result over life insurance beneficiaries
It is common to leave assets to surviving loved ones using payable-on-death or transfer-on-death designations. These designations allow you to name beneficiaries directly to take over an account or asset. Life insurance policies typically allow for direct beneficiary...