What Trust Litigation Costs in California
Trust Litigation Costs in California explained by a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Law.
Articles about Probate Litigation
Risks when Co-trustees will not Cooperate
In situations where co-trustees of a trust are unable to get along during the trust administration process, the San Diego probate court can intervene and remove one or both of the trustees. Contact our office today for a free consultation.
Can I Challenge a Will or Trust with No Contest Clause?
Can I challenge the will or trust in probate court even if there is a no contest clause? It is important to know that the existence of a no contest clause is usually meaningless.
I’m Not Getting What I’m Supposed to from Parents’ Estate
I’m not getting what I’m supposed to from my parents’ estate. What can I do about it?
Where do I find the law for California will contests, probate litigation, and trust litigation?
The law for California will contests, probate litigation, and trust litigation is mostly found in the California Probate Code.
What form do I fill out to file a trust contest?
None. There is no form to fill out to file a trust contest. Trust contests, and will contests, require a petition to be filed with the probate court.
How do I pay the costs of probate litigation or trust litigation?
If you want to challenge a will or trust or want to remove an executor or trustee then you have two options. You can hire a probate or trust litigator on an hourly basis or on a contingency fee.
Is there a way to pay for probate litigation or trust litigation if I can’t afford to hire my own attorney?
Maybe. Some cases are a good fit for a contingency fee agreement. A contingency fee agreement allows you to hire an attorney without paying anything out of pocket.