Estate Litigation & Will Contests
Decoding Estate Disputes & Will Contests
Estate litigation encompasses legal disputes arising from the management and distribution of assets belonging to a deceased individual. These conflicts typically involve beneficiaries, heirs, creditors, and estate administrators.
Examples of such disputes include creditor’s rights, breaches of fiduciary duty, disagreements regarding the terms of a trust or a will, property claims, and challenges to the credibility of a will, also known as a will contest.
A will contest questions the validity of a deceased person’s will, which can arise for various reasons. Common grounds for contesting a will include claims that the testator lacked mental capacity, was unduly influenced, failed to execute the will properly, or that the testator’s signature was obtained through fraud.
Given the intricate legal nuances and emotional intricacies involved, estate litigation often necessitates specialized expertise in estate law. That’s where Colin Smith Law shines, providing unparalleled proficiency and unwavering dedication to navigate you through even the most complex estate disputes with confidence.