Will Contests and Inheritance Disputes

You have the right to challenge the validity of a will if you believe it does not reflect the true intentions of the deceased. We represent clients in legal actions involving: 

• Lack of Capacity
  Asserting the testator was not of sound mind at the time the will was created. 

• Undue Influence
  Alleging that another person manipulated or pressured the testator into changing the will. 

• Fraud or Forgery
  Claiming the will was signed under false pretenses or contains falsified content. 

• Ambiguous or Conflicting Language
  Arguing that the terms of the will are so vague they cannot be interpreted or enforced properly. 

Probate courts take elder exploitation seriously. If a vulnerable family member was influenced during a period of cognitive decline, you may have grounds to contest the will. However, it’s important to understand that disappointment alone is not a valid legal reason to challenge a will—credible evidence is required. 

Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Estate Administration 

Executors, trustees, and estate administrators have a legal obligation to act in the best interests of the estate and its beneficiaries. When those duties are breached—whether through neglect, mismanagement, or intentional misconduct—beneficiaries can seek relief. 

Common grounds for fiduciary litigation include: 

• Misallocation or misappropriation of funds 

• Failure to provide timely accountings 

• Negligent investment decisions 

• Conflicts of interest 

• Delay or refusal to distribute assets 

Our firm represents both beneficiaries seeking accountability and fiduciaries defending against false or exaggerated claims. We work closely with forensic accountants and estate professionals to build strong, evidence-based cases on either side.