Taking the Conflict Out of Contested Wills and Trusts
A will or trust can be contested for a number of reasons. Most common among these is a suspicion on the part of an heir or beneficiary that there may have been undue influence by a relative, friend or caretaker, or that the deceased may not have been competent to make changes to a will because of an illness, such Alzheimer's. There may also be questions about how an estate is being administered by an executor or trustee. When emotions are running high and controversy is escalating, Santa Rosa will contest attorney William M. Andrews can help resolve these conflicts successfully. By taking the time to understand your situation, he can provide legal guidance that is tailored to your needs. He is a skilled litigator, with experience in alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation, arbitration and collaborative law techniques. Whether your situation involves inheritance dispute law or the services of the trustee, we can help you resolve your dispute.
Experienced California Trust Litigation Lawyer
Why try to reach an agreement between beneficiaries and trustees or contest a will through negotiation, mediation or collaborative law techniques? For one thing, it saves time. A court battle is generally a drawn-out process which can hold up the distribution of assets for months or more. Litigation is also more expensive - not only in terms of money, but in terms of the emotional drain on the parties involved. Sometimes litigation is necessary. In those cases, Santa Rosa will contest attorney, William M. Andrews is a skillful and experienced litigator who can protect your interests in court. At the Sonoma County law firm of William M. Andrews, we will give you an honest evaluation of your case and help you make an informed decision about how you want to proceed. When necessary, we will bring in medical experts and forensic accountants to help determine the merits of your case. We have helped clients with matters surrounding wills and trusts, including:
- Undue influence
- Incapacity issues
- Fraud
- Error
- Estate or trust administration misconduct
- Incompetent estate planning
Put Our Experience on Your Side
Santa Rosa will contest attorney William M. Andrews is committed to providing solid, creative and cost-effective legal solutions that minimize conflict and help secure families' futures. To learn more about how our approach can work for you, please call us at 707-304-5185 (888-894-6139, toll-free) or contact us by e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation.
