My Loved One Has Passed; How Will I Know If I Must Contest Their Will? When a loved one dies, there’s usually enough to be decided upon. Still, a relative or beneficiary sometimes feels that the Will (or trust) may not be genuine, misleading, or fraudulent. When This occurs, deciding whether to contest probate (and […]
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What is “Undue Influence” and How Can It Affect My Trust Litigation Case? When a family member dies or becomes incapacitated, many times, a trust that they previously set up may take effect, and its mandates must be carried out. However, the implementation of a trust doesn’t always go smoothly; family members, relatives, and even
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What is the Trustee’s Fiduciary Duty in Relation to a Trust? When the grantor sets up a trust, they must name someone as the trustee to execute the terms of the trust. This person will be acting in a fiduciary duty, meaning they owe utmost loyalty to the grantor and will make decisions in the
What Does a “No Contest” Clause Do for Trusts in California? Sometimes the beneficiary of a trust or will believes that the decedent, or deceased person, believes the document was created illegally, such as under forgery or undue influence. If the beneficiary wishes, they may bring a lawsuit to contest the document’s validity. If the
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Who Handles Decisions Regarding Real Estate During the Probate Process? Handling the probate process can be extremely complicated, depending on the size and nature of the assets in the deceased person’s estate. Usually, California residents leave a will or trust that names a person to make critical decisions, such as how to handle real estate
What Are Common Causes of Probate Disputes in El Dorado Hills? When a property goes through probate in El Dorado Hills, the deceased person’s estate is inventoried and assigned to pay off creditors. The remaining assets are divided among the estate beneficiaries according to the decedent’s (person who died) instructions. This process ensures that all
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