NJ Will Contest and Probate Litigation Attorneys

Defending or Contesting a Will

When a will is drafted or when an estate plan is developed, all may seem in order. Often though, disagreements arise during probate. Conflicts may erupt among family members or other beneficiaries resulting in probate litigation. While it’s best to try and work out disagreements, sometimes problems can only be resolved in court in front of a judge.

Vanarelli & Li, LLC can present a strong defense during a New Jersey will contest, or can challenge the validity of a will if you believe there are reasons to doubt its reliability or legality.

If you’re frustrated with the way an estate is being handled, or wish to defend against a challenge, our office can supply the dedicated and vigorous advocacy required to bring your case to success. Schedule a consultation and call 877-341-5925.

Mismanagement of an Estate

Probate litigation may take many forms. During probate, the will or estate plan may be challenged. Perhaps a fiduciary is mismanaging his or her responsibilities. Challenges are often based on negligence, self-dealing or fraud.

Other issues we have experience working on include:

• Actions against estate fiduciaries
• Claims of abuse of a power of attorney
• Estate accounting challenges
• Trust reformation and litigation
• Joint account lawsuits

After a loved one’s death, conflicts may develop among family members or other beneficiaries regarding the decedent’s will or estate plan.

Conflicts may also arise over the way an estate or trust is being handled by the representative (executor, administrator or trustee).

Conflicts Involving Guardianships and Conservatorships

Guardianships and conservatorships are legal arrangements that give a family member or other responsible individual legal authority to make personal and financial decisions for an aging adult or other person who is unable to handle his or her own affairs. For example, a concerned adult child may petition the court to appoint the child as the guardian of an aging parent.

When a concerned family member petitions the court to establish a guardianship or conservatorship for a loved one, other individuals may try to contest the application, or seek to challenge an existing guardianship or conservatorship. Allegations of financial mismanagement or other abuse and neglect by the guardian or conservator may be alleged.

Litigation may be required to address a number of other probate issues, such as the reformation of a will or a trust.

Whether you are being challenged or wish to bring a challenge, it is important to have the right advocate to represent your interests.

Vanarelli & Li, LLC has over 30 years of litigation experience. Contact us to discuss how we can represent your interests in all probate litigation contexts. Call us today at 877-341-5925.

Call 877-341-5925 for assistance with wills and probate.

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