After losing a loved one, battling over the assets of the deceased is often stressful and draining—both mentally and emotionally. One would think that obtaining the inheritance that is rightfully yours would be a straightforward process. If you are named as the beneficiary in a will or a trust, or if you are the lawful heir to an estate under California law, it would seem obvious that you should be given what is yours without a fight. Unfortunately, obtaining your inheritance is not always so simple. Our free trust litigation guide provides an overview of what to expect during the trust or estate litigation process, as well as the actions that you can take in order to finally receive the property that you are entitled to.
Sometimes these disputes will arise over a poorly drafted will or trust. Other times, someone may argue that the property you were set to inherit did not actually belong to the decedent. There are many claims that another beneficiary or heir could attempt to make in order to try to block your inheritance. Fortunately, a knowledgeable trust litigation attorney can help you overcome these hurdles and receive the inheritance that you are entitled to. Our free guide, created by attorney Scott Grossman, provides an overview of what you might expect during this process.
Attempting to battle with a trustee, the person settling your loved one’s estate, or another beneficiary or heir without the guidance of an experienced professional could come back to bite you. Each action that you take could potentially be used against you if it harms your claim to the inheritance. In addition, you are subject to time limitations for bringing actions relating to your right to receive an inheritance. Waiting too long could potentially mean that you no longer have a right to pursue a claim. To avoid these problems and understand more about the process of battling for your inheritance, view our free trust litigation guide today. Don’t hesitate to contact our firm with any other questions.
