A loved one died and I need help! |
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 What estate planning documents did the loved one have? |
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| Do I need to file a probate? |
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| How do I manage this process when I live far away? |
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| The bureaucracy is holding everything up; what can I do? |
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| The person in charge is being secretive; what can I do? |
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 The will or trust was changed under suspicious circumstances; what can I do? |
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Many beneficiaries are surprised to learn that they do not have the right to inherit from their loved ones. One exception to this rule is the omitted spouse of a loved one but, in some circumstances, the spouse can also be excluded from an estate plan. A challenge to an estate plan is considered a disfavored action in California and generally you are not entitled to jury trial.
A common form of elder abuse is forcing an elderly person to change an estate plan. We have successfully resolved numerous cases where estate plans have been changed under suspicious circumstances. If you suspect your family has been the victim of this type of elder abuse, you should contact our office as soon as possible. Click on the topics below the question for more details. |
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 Can I challenge a will or trust? |
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| How long do I have to challenge a will or trust? |
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| What if the estate plan has a "no-contest" clause? |
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