High-Conflict Probate Attorneys Serving Denver
Simplifying the Complicated
While most personal representatives have good intentions and are prepared to fulfill their legal obligations, tension-wrought issues can arise. If you’re a beneficiary not only dealing with grief but any of the following situations:
- Breach of fiduciary duty: When the person responsible for managing the estate fails to meet their legal obligations.
- Mental capacity concerns: If there are concerns about the deceased loved one’s state of mind when creating the will.
- Suspecting undue influence: When pressured or influenced, a person may create a will that reflects that influence rather than their true wishes.
Get in touch with our Denver high-conflict probate attorneys today. With 30+ years of experience handling challenging situations, we’ll simplify the way forward to ensure fair resolutions for all.
Assisting Denver Beneficiaries Since 1989
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do if the personal representative refuses to provide information about the estate?
Please contact us. Our experienced probate attorneys can advise on legal rights to information and the steps to compel disclosure through the probate court, including filing a petition for formal accounting or requesting the court's intervention to ensure transparency and accountability.
How can we resolve conflicts between beneficiaries and the personal representative?
High-conflict scenarios between beneficiaries and personal representatives require careful navigation. You may pursue mediation or arbitration to resolve conflicts amicably. If these efforts fail, legal action may be necessary to address breaches of duty or to seek the removal and replacement of the personal representative.
Is it possible to remove a personal representative who is acting against the estate’s interest?
Yes, if a personal representative acts contrary to the estate's best interest, beneficiaries can petition the court for their removal. Our attorneys can help you gather evidence of misconduct or neglect of duties to support the petition for removal.
What legal actions can be taken if a personal representative mismanages estate assets?
Legal actions include filing a claim for breach of fiduciary duty, seeking restitution for losses incurred due to mismanagement, and requesting the court to remove the personal representative.
Can trustees be held accountable?
Trusts have become very popular as a way to "avoid probate." However, just because a trust can be administered without a court proceeding does not mean that a trustee cannot be held accountable. Like personal representatives, trustees are held to very high standards and have a duty to manage the trust in the best interests of the beneficiaries. If a trustee breaches any of these duties, they can be sued in court just like a personal representative.
Protect Assets and Estates With Our Denver Probate Lawyers
Testamentary capacity, undue pressure and influence, and breaches of duty are all complex issues—issues that can quickly turn into costly litigation. Don’t suffer through a seemingly never-ending probate conflict—contacting our experts for help negotiating between parties, contesting a will, advocating for your rights, or any other estate need. We’re here for you.
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