Wills, Estates & Trusts
May 5, 2025
When fair shares feel unfair in estate disputes
See more on When fair shares feel unfair in estate disputesDisputes often arise in estate distributions involving real property, unequal bequests, or conflicting documents, making it essential for attorneys to anticipate complications and guide clients through both the legal and emotional complexities following a loved one's death.
The simplest distribution circumstances that are least likely to foment dispute following a testator or trustor's death typically occur when (1) there is a sole heir or beneficiary, or (2) if there are multiple heirs or beneficiaries, there is an equal distribution of cash or assets liquidated to cash. While these distributions can still result in disputes or contests, this article provides a high-level overview of a selection of more contentious situations a family and their attorneys may...
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