What are my options if I have reason to believe that a trustee stole from the estate?
The trustee of a trust has a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the estate and beneficiaries. As a result, the trust cannot intentionally harm the estate or the beneficiaries. Clearly, if the trustee is stealing from the estate, he or she is breaching fiduciary duty.
If I sue my trustee will I get disinherited?
Probate attorney Scott Grossman explains what a no-contest clause really means and the difference in challenging a trust and challenging a trustee.
Suing the trustee is often the answer, but not always the answer.
Attorney Scott Grossman discusses the two local rules in San Diego that affect two different types of petitions that can be filed in the probate court.
Probate Litigation | Trust | Trust Litigation |
Risks when Co-Trustees will not Cooperate
In situations where co-trustees of a trust are unable to get along during the trust administration process, the San Diego probate court can intervene and remove one or both of the trustees. Contact our office today for a free consultation.
Trust | Trust Litigation | Trustee Duties |
After accounting is demanded but nothing has been produced
Probate attorney Scott Grossman explains what comes next after accounting has been demanded but nothing has been produced.