Estate Litigation

When disputes arise in estate litigation, the stakes can be high, and the outcome can have a lasting impact on families and loved ones. In these cases, expert witnesses can be crucial in helping the court understand the issues at hand. But what else can expert...

Sibling rivalries often cause inheritance disputes. When a loved one dies, unresolved issues and old resentments can quickly resurface. These emotions can turn a straightforward process into a contentious battle over assets. Understanding how sibling rivalry...

Partial invalidity of a trust refers to the situation where the court finds specific provisions within the trust invalid, but the rest of the trust is still enforceable. This helps keep the paramount wishes of the person who created the trust – the settlor – intact,...

Inheritance disputes are quite common in probate and estate administration. These conflicts can involve family members, friends and other potential heirs. Because of their adverse effect in the administration process, legal intervention or mediation is often necessary...

Rock music icon, Prince, who had fans in Florida and throughout the world, died of a fentanyl overdose in 2016, which sparked a complex and lengthy probate process because he did not leave a last will. A legal battle ensued for approximately six years, finally being...

When developing and signing estate documents, it is imperative that you are clear in your wishes. Otherwise, after you have passed, your heirs may dispute your decisions. Going to court to settle an estate is time-consuming, stressful and emotionally draining. You...