When someone dies, sometimes their estate must go through a legal process known as probate in order to be distributed to their heirs. If there is a will, the executor of the will will oversee the probate process. However, if there is no will, or if there are disputes among the heirs about how the estate should be divided, then the probate process can become quite complicated. This can sometimes result in a will contest or other probate litigation.
Trust litigation is a type of legal dispute that arises when there are disagreements among the beneficiaries of a trust about how the trust should be administered or whether or not a trust is valid. These disputes can become quite complicated, and it is usually necessary to hire a lawyer to help resolve them.
If you are involved in a probate or trust litigation dispute, it is important to have an experienced lawyer on your side. We have years of experience helping people resolve these types of disputes. We understand the complex legal process involved in probate and trust litigation, and we will fight aggressively to protect your interests. Contact us today to schedule a free case evaluation, and let us help you get through this difficult time.
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How do I set up a consultation?
The first step with any probate litigation matter is setting up a 15 minute free case evaluation with our office. The initial case evaluation is where we obtain more information about your particular situation and help determine if we are a good fit for you. During the case evaluation we will provide you with an outline of the legal issues in your case and how our firm can be of service. If your case involves numerous and/or complex issues, then you may need to schedule a longer 30 or 60 minute consultation. We charge $150 for a 30 minute consultation and $300 for a 60 minute consultation. Click here to schedule a paid consultation.
How much will it cost to retain your office?
Depending on the complexity of the issues in your case, it is important to understand the costs associated with any probate litigation case. Clients are required to deposit a retainer into our firm’s client trust account which is billed against each month. Most probate litigation retainers will fall between $5,000 and $10,000 depending on a number of factors including, but not limited to, complexity of issues, whether there are time sensitive issues and/or the need to retain other professionals for your case. The standard hourly rate for our attorneys is $325. Occasionally we will agree to represent a client on a contingency basis, but that is rare.
I received notice of a probate case and I am not sure what to do.
Most probate cases are routine and do not require you to do anything. However, if you are concerned about the validity of a will, the appointment of a particular person as the executor or personal representative, or feel that the case is not moving as quickly as you think it should, you should contact our office. We can talk to you about the process and help you determine if you want to get involved in the case.
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