A Strong Advocate on Your Side In Estate Litigation

Are you the administrator of a loved one’s estate and facing a dispute over the will? Are you a relative of someone who has died and is concerned that someone else has exerted undue influence over the estate plan? Do you have any other concern over a will or trust?

Probate litigation can be complex and sometimes overwhelming. We represent executors, trustees, beneficiaries and heirs in litigation over contested wills, trusts and other estate matters. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation about your concerns and options. We have offices in Encino and the Santa Clarita Valley.

Seeking Resolution of Difficult Questions

While a will contest or trust contest can be a stressful experience for people who have recently lost a loved one and are now finding themselves on opposite sides of a dispute, it is important to clarify the intentions of the deceased person, and it is our experience that most estate litigation can be resolved before trial.

Probate lawsuits should be a last resort. Initiating estate litigation is more often a way to make sure each party has an opportunity to pursue a fair result. In some cases, there are obstacles to litigation, such as no-contest clauses, which specify that a beneficiary who loses a will or trust contest loses his or her right to inherit anything.

Prepared to Go to Court If Necessary

Although we strive to help our clients avoid the cost and delay of going to court over will contests and other litigated estate matters, we are fully prepared to take a case to trial if it is necessary to protect our clients’ interests.

The probate courts operate under unique legal standards and procedures, so you should have an experienced lawyer if you are going to enter into estate litigation. Contact us to get a knowledgeable probate law attorney working on your behalf. Call 818-528-4936, 661-591-4132 or 805-254-4173 to arrange a one-on-one appointment in one of our offices in Encino, Stevenson Ranch or Oxnard.