If you expected that you would receive an inheritance and someone interfered, you may have legal rights. Your expectation must have been legitimate.
Read More
As a loved one of someone who has passed, you may find yourself concerned that a mistake was made when the will was drafted. It may be possible to contest it.
In most situations, the court does not supervise a trust administration. If you suspect a trustee is mentally incompetent, act quickly to protect the assets.
Assets in a trust may be protected from creditors under some circumstances. When factors that indicate fraud are present, the trust may be subject to attack.
In some cases, a child not named in the will can force a personal representative to distribute them a share. These children are known as pretermitted children.
When probating an estate, personal representatives can help avoid potential conflict by acting diligently. Complete the petition for probate with caution.
When selling real estate during a probate administration, a bidding war may arise for the property. The court may allow overbids under certain circumstances.
Selling real estate during an estate administration can create issues resulting in litigation. There are common problems that beneficiaries should be aware of.
If co-trustees cannot get along to the detriment of the trust, the San Diego probate court can intervene. View here for steps to take under these circumstances.
Wondering if a will is valid in California or can be challenged? View here for more from a San Diego probate court litigation lawyer.