Resolving Disputes Over Wills and Trusts
After a loved one dies, everything in their estate must be distributed to their beneficiaries. In an ideal world, the deceased person's will can be easily followed and everyone accepts the assets bestowed upon them. When there is a valid will and other estate planning documents in place, estate administration is usually a very simple process.
In the real world, that is not always how it works. Perhaps a caretaker or other person close to the deceased may have had undue influence when the will was being drafted. Whatever concerns that you may have with the distribution of an estate, we can discuss the options available.
At Wayne Stewart Elder Law, we have over 30 years of experience representing clients throughout Denver, Colorado, and the surrounding areas with issues involving probate litigation or trust administration. Contact us online or call 303-872-5229 to schedule your appointment with an experienced probate lawyer.
Receiving Your Fair Share of the Assets
When it is correctly prepared, estate planning should clearly dictate how everything on the estate should be handled. However, there are a number of factors that can influence the legality of the will, often leading to probate litigation. We help clients resolve disputes over wills and trusts that are caused by issues such as:
- Omitted or pretermitted spouses: If a will was prepared before someone was married and does not include the spouse, the spouse is usually still given part of the estate.
- Undue influence: If the person was not in good mental or emotional health when they drafted the estate plans, it is possible that another person influenced them to draft the documents to their favor.
- Holographic or handwritten wills: If there is a handwritten will, our attorney can help determine how much credibility should be given to it. We check to see if the handwritten will contradicts any established wills.
When clients contact us with a contested will or other dispute about an estate, we strive to resolve disputes before they go to into the courtroom. If that is not possible, we are not afraid to fight for their rights in court. With over 30 years of experience, we have the skills that are necessary to help our clients receive favorable results. Unlike other cases that are tried in court, probate litigation has a set of rules that is difference from general civil litigation. To schedule your appointment, contact us online or call 303-872-5229 to schedule your appointment.