Georgia Estate Litigation Attorneys
One of the most important services that one can perform to honor a deceased family member or friend is to ensure that his or her final wishes are respected. If there is a will in place, most of these matters will be detailed in the words of the testator (the person who made the will). However, there are times when the will isn’t clear, the executer misinterprets the intent, or there is a belief that the testator may have been unduly influenced or coerced prior to his or her death. In cases like these, it’s often necessary to settle the matter in the Georgia courts.
Atlanta Area Estate Litigation Attorneys
The estate litigation attorneys of Boling Rice LLC represent beneficiaries and other individuals who feel that they have claims to estates. We understand that the loss of a loved one is already an emotionally traumatic time in one’s life. Our lawyers will meet with you, examine your claim, and assess its viability as a legal case. We realize that there’s no need to be unnecessarily contentious with other parties who may continue to be in your life. We will only take the matter as far as is necessary to settle or win your claim.
Types of Estate Litigation In Georgia
Will Contest
Duress – The testator was not able to freely make his or her will (or portions of that will).
Undue Influence – The testator was manipulated to exclude or include certain provisions.
Fraud – The will has been altered. In the case of trusts, funds are being misappropriated.
Lack of Capacity – Mental or physical to the point where the diminished capacity affects decisions.
Breach of Fiduciary Duty – Provisions of a will or trust are not executed as intended.
Trust Disputes or Abuse – A trust was established, but it’s not being administered properly.
Caveats – Objections to the will, executor, or fiduciary.
Estate Litigation Attorneys You Can Trust
The Georgia estate litigation lawyers at Boling Rice LLC, have a vast body of experience in negotiating and litigating claims against estates. We have represented both defendants and plaintiffs in their legal battles to ensure that inheritances and trusts are administered properly. Whether you feel that the executor of an estate is making erroneous decisions, or you feel that the testator was illegally or improperly influenced prior to his or her death, you’re going to want a trusted and experienced Georgia estate planning attorney to pursue your claim.
To meet with one of our competent, compassionate, estate planning attorneys, contact us in our Cumming, GA office. Boling Rice, LLC serves clients in Metro Atlanta and all over northern Georgia.