Legal Assistance with Wills and Trust Litigation
By Law Office of David Earl Jacobs
Oct. 25, 2011 4:23p
Wills and trusts are designed with the intention of protecting the decedent's assets and ensuring that their wishes are carried out upon their death. Although this is an ideal, it is not always the norm. There are times when beneficiaries take it upon themselves to forge signatures, or coerce an ill or otherwise mentally incapacitated loved one to make changes to a will that they never intended.
Perhaps the loved ones were already suspicious of such dishonest and immoral acts, or perhaps the truth was revealed during probate. Other times an executor abuses their power only to cheat the other beneficiaries out of what was honestly and rightfully due to them.
Matters involving wills and trusts are not always seamless and for this reason it is absolutely crucial to enlist the services of a Palm Springs litigation attorney as soon as possible. A skilled lawyer will know how to see right through selfish and dishonest activity, where the less trained eye may not see such behavior as clearly.
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The days, weeks and months following a loved one's death are difficult for a number of reasons, and the legal process of probate is one of them. Probate is a daunting process for the average person and it can be equally confusing as well. During probate, the first step will be determining if the will is in fact valid. Once the will has been validated, the wishes of the deceased will be determined and an executor will be named.
It is entirely common for deep seated issues and contentious rivalries to come out of the woodwork during probate, for this reason, whether you are a beneficiary or an executor, you need to have all your legal basis covered, otherwise you can be slighted in the process. We urge you to contact an attorney from the Law Office of David Earl Jacobs; we have extensive legal experience in not only estate planning and probate but will & trusts litigation as well. With our well-rounded knowledge of the law, a Palm Springs litigation lawyer can provide you with unwavering and dedicated counsel during this difficult time in your life.
Contact a Palm Springs litigation lawyer from our firm for all of your estate planning and probate needs!