Probate and Trust Litigation

Richard T. Heiden, P.A. is experienced in representing clients in contested matters relating to:

• Contesting or defending the validity of wills, codicils, and other estate planning documents;
• Challenging or defending the beneficiary designations on life insurance policies, retirement accounts, bank accounts and other pay-on-death accounts;
• Representing parties in disputes that occur between relatives, and others including caregivers and friends relating to the division of assets of an estate; and
• Filing claims or defending against claims against estates for recovery of monies owed by a decedent;

Estate, Probate and Trust Litigation often results from contested matters on grounds such as:

• Lack of testamentary capacity;
• Undue influence;
• Mistake;
• Insane Delusion;
• Fraud and duress;
• Failure to execute legal documents with required statutory formalities;
• Revocation

The legal grounds for contesting a trust are generally the same for contesting a will.  The judicial procedures are somewhat different but the actions are heard in the same circuit courts.  Whether you have a probate or a trust litigation matter, our firm has the knowledge, experience and resources to assist you in these matters. If you have a legal concern regarding a probate or trust litigation matter, feel free to contact our office to arrange a consultation regarding your legal rights.