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Protect your Inheritance From Greedy Relatives & Others
If you have wrongfully been written out of a will or trust or if your rightful inheritance seems to be in jeopardy by the wrongful acts of another, you have the right to fight back. That said, you have to act quickly, because there may be deadlines for you to start a will contest or trust contest. The first step is for you to contact me today to evaluate your rights. I am an experience inheritance attorney who can help you protect your future.
What is a Will / Trust Contest / Inheritance Challenge?
In 2019, a record number of people are going to be retiring in the coming decade. Senior citizens are living well into their 90's, but it is not always a smooth road. Dementia and Alzheimer's is affecting a significant portion of our moms and dads as early as their 60's and 70's. Once in their 80's and 90's the percentages are significant.
Given these circumstances, it is a common scenario where a family member or other loved one has been taken advantage of by someone else, resulting in unwanted changes to their estate plans.
For example, a child that remained with mom or dad and never left the nest, a caretaker or other individual may have unduly influenced your loved one into leaving her entire estate to their personal benefit or someone else for reasons to be uncovered. If your loved one was suffering from dementia or some other cognitive or physical impairment, leaving him or her vulnerable to elder abuse and financial crimes. Whatever the circumstances, the results are often the same. One or more rightful heirs are written out of the estate entirely or get reduced to a 'token' inheritance pittance. Time to consider an inheritance challenge.
If you have wrongfully been written out of a will or trust, challenging a will or trust may be appropriate. It may be necessary to file a petition or a lawsuit challenging a will or trust. This is referred to as either a 'will contest' or a 'trust contest.'
Many people in this position went to college out of the area out of state, joined the military, got married, started their own family and have been far-removed from their parents or loved ones lives but for the holidays.
As a Los Angeles Inheritance lawyer, I am not surprised when I receive calls from out of state. If you live in --or used to live here -- in Southern California and have an estate/inheritance issue here, maybe I can help. My Los Angeles County 'Will Contest' and 'Trust Contest' law firm offers assistance to individuals and families in Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and for those who now live OUT OF STATE and have an estate issue here in California they need assistance with.
Call me for a FREE Phone Consultation at (310) 735-9877
Contingency Fee Arrangements
Contingency Fees - If you cannot afford an inheritance lawyer, we can sometimes help you on a 'contingency basis.
Start a Probate - Help with Probate - Probate Court Appearances
Do you need to start a Probate following the death of a loved one?
Do you need an experienced Probate attorney to
administer your Probate?
We can help you with the Probate process in its entirety --or-- on an as-needed basis. - For example, you could have us draft and submit required documents and petitions to the Court. You could ask us to appear on your behalf for all Court hearings. We can obtain the IRS taxpayer ID and set up the new bank account required for estate management, keep accounting records, and oversee the compilation, filing, tax payments (if required) and meeting deadlines of the required State and Federal tax returns.
Wills - Living Trusts - Estate Planning
If you need help creating a Will, a Living Trust, or Estate Plan, or need help with the Probate process, my Los Angeles area Wills, Trust, Probate and Estate Planning law firm offers top-drawer legal services at affordable fees.
Please don't risk the future of your loved ones, your estate, and your peace of mind by failing to take a moment in time to create a Will (minimally) or, if your assets are many, a Living Trust (Revocable Trust) Estate Plan.
* Wills
* Will Contests (if someone is cheating you out of your rightful inheritance)
* Trusts
* Living Trusts
* Trust Contests (if you question the administration of the trust)
* Life Estates
* Powers of Attorney
* Health Care Proxies
* Probate
* Probate Contests (if your inheritance is in jeopardy)
Tragedy can strike unexpectedly. Instead of being caught off guard, call me and if we are a good fit, then let's meet in my office, your home, or even your corner Starbucks.
Setting up a Will is super affordable. A trust too, is an inexpensive and powerful legal document to protect you, your loved ones, and keep the State of California out of your private family business! If you choose more protection than a Simple Will, a properly-drafted and implemented Trust can prevent the long, drawn-out Probate process that your heirs might have to endure otherwise.
Free telephone consultation.
Call me personally at: (310) 735-9877 for a free phone conversation. Allow me the honor to help you take care of your future so that you can enjoy the present!
To learn more, please visit my website at:
https://www.los-angeles-probate-lawyers.com
Los Angeles Probate, Wills, Trust, and Estate Planning Attorney, John Donahue offers affordable Will Preparation, Living Trusts, and Estate Planning strategies for individuals and couples in Los Angeles County and surrounding counties.
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