Trust Litigation Attorney in Irvine CA

How A Probate & Trust Dispute Attorney Can Help

Even though a loved one has passed away with a comprehensive estate plan in place, difficulties can arise when there are disagreements between the trustee and beneficiaries. In the event of a dispute, Hamud Law Group helps their clients navigate trust litigation issues. We help our clients unravel the complexities of litigation by providing clear communication throughout the process.

Trust & Probate Litigation is a complex and highly technical area of the law and can include disputes stemming from any of the following:

  • Breach of fiduciary duties
  • Trust contests
  • Will contests
  • Fraud
  • Removal of a trustee
  • Removal a power of attorney, conservator, or guardian
  • Demands for trustee surcharge
  • Accounting disputes
  • Allegations of incapacity
  • Allegations of undue influence
  • Recovery of assets and title disputes Pursuant to Probate Code Section 850
  • Financial elder abuse allegations
  • Creditor claims
  • Interpretation of trust provisions
Trust Litigation Lawyer Irvine CA
Trust & Probate litigation is one of the more complex aspects of any dispute. Unfortunately, these types of issues are common and frequent. For example, if you have been gifted an asset by a deceased person and that gift substantially reduces the amount of the distribution to other beneficiaries, a trust lawyer can help you protect your inheritance.
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In addition to disputes between trustees and beneficiaries, contests can arise when one party claims a trust is invalid due to the incapacity of the person signing the document. Trust & Probate Litigation is a highly technical area of law. There are many timelines which must be followed to ensure you are able to seek the legal remedy you are looking for. Trust & Probate litigation should be handled by those with experience in this area of law, so you can ensure your interests are being protected.

At Hamud Law Group, we help people all across Orange County, California, untangle these disputes in the most cost effective way. Our litigation experience and familiarity with all aspects of trust and estate law provide you with the valuable service you are looking for during this difficult time.

How Is Hamud Law
Group Different?

Our Process & Promise To Our Clients
In navigating this unique area of law, we understand that making wise legal decisions comes from being counseled through your options in a meaningful and understandable way. At Hamud Law Group, that is what we do. We pride ourselves on ensuring our clients understand their legal options, rights, and potential liabilities. As a client of Hamud Law Group, we will work with you through every step of the process to achieve your desired resolution. No matter how complicated the issues are, it is critical that each client understands their legal options.This is our promise to you.
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Hamud Law Group has over a decade of trial experience in Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego counties. We do not shy away from seeing cases all the way through to trial if that is in the client’s best interest. We craft each step of the litigation process to be purposeful and cost-effective. Our goal is to drive your position forward, rather than waste your time and money on legal maneuvers that will not get you to where you want to be.

Initial Consultation:

Hamud Law Group offers a free consultation to discuss your legal issues. Prior to your consultation, please provide any pertinent documents so we can become acquainted with your matter before our discussion. To arrange your complimentary consultation, please contact our office to set up a time that is convenient for you.

Strategic Planning:

Each litigation matter presents its own unique set of facts and legal issues. No two matters are the same. Hamud Law Group carefully crafts a discovery and litigation plan for each case, keeping in mind the client’s specific goals. As a client of Hamud Law Group, you will never receive a ‘one size fits all’ case analysis. Whether you are a trustee who has been sued by a beneficiary or a beneficiary who is not receiving the proper information from a trustee, Hamud Law Group provides personalized solutions for your specific matter. We focus on our client’s needs and walk them through each step of the process to ensure they can make informed and reasoned decisions about their case. Whether you are protecting your inheritance or defending your actions as a trustee, Hamud Law Group partners with its clients to represent each client in the most effective way.

Resolution:

Each client charts their own path in litigation; some clients wish to have a swift end and reach a negotiated settlement, while others wish to see the matter through trial. As a client of Hamud Law Group, we work with each of our clients to determine what outcome is best for them. Too often, Trust & Probate litigation can be fraught with costly delays. Some of these delays are unavoidable due to the court’s heavy caseload. However, some delays are simply the product of unprepared counsel who will do anything to avoid taking a case to trial. At Hamud Law Group, we pride ourselves on our courtroom experience, and prepare every case for trial. We will take strategic and decisive action to move litigation cases forward toward resolution as swiftly as possible.

FAQ

What is Trust Litigation?

Trust Litigation refers to the legal disputes that arise when there are disagreements between the trustee and beneficiaries over the terms of a trust or the actions of the trustee.

What is Probate Litigation?

Probate Litigation involves disputes that arise during the probate process, such as contests over the validity of a will, claims by creditors against the estate, or claims against the executor for breach of fiduciary duty.

What is Fiduciary Duty?

Fiduciary Duty refers to the legal obligation of a trustee or executor to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries or heirs of a trust or estate.

What is a Breach of Fiduciary Duty?

Breach of Fiduciary Duty occurs when a trustee or executor fails to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries or heirs, such as by mismanaging the assets of the trust or estate, engaging in self-dealing, or failing to provide the necessary information.

What is a Trust Litigation Attorney?

A Trust Litigation Attorney is a lawyer who specializes in representing clients in legal disputes over trusts, such as disputes over the terms of a trust, the actions of a trustee, or the rights of beneficiaries.

How Long Does Probate Litigation take?

The length of time for Probate Litigation varies depending on the complexity of the case and the court’s schedule. It can take several months to several years to resolve a probate dispute.

Schedule an Appointment with a Probate Lawyer Near Me in Orange County, California

Dealing with the death of a loved one is hard, but with a probate lawyer from Hamud Law Group in Orange County, California, you can remove the stress. For an appointment, call today at (949) 812-4821
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