Los Angeles Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney

Experienced Trust and Estate Litigation in Los Angeles

Disputes may occur in the administration of trusts and estates. Such disputes may arise from family conflict such as disagreements between beneficiaries or conflict between trustees and beneficiaries. Even outside third parties may challenge how a trust or probate estate is administered. These kinds of disputes may lead to litigation.

In a trust or estate litigation case, you will need the services of an attorney to represent you in a court of law to resolve the situation. The Law Offices of David A. Shapiro, A Professional Corporation, may be able to assist you through this often thorny process. We focus on the areas of estate planning and trust and estate administration, and are knowledgeable in the often complex issues surrounding trusts, wills, and estates. We serve all areas of Los Angeles, including Santa Monica, Bel Air, Brentwood, Beverly Hills, Century City, Malibu and surrounding cities.

Types of Trust and Estate Litigation

There could be many reasons for litigation over a trust or estate, both simple and complex. Cases can be brought against trustees or executors by beneficiaries or creditors. For example, a beneficiary may want the removal of a trustee. Other cases involve will and trust contests or contests between beneficiaries based on family conflicts or disagreements over inheritances. Certain family members may try to invalidate a will or trust based on various reasons, all of which must be proven in court.

Our Los Angeles trust and estate litigation attorneys represent beneficiaries, executors and administrators in trust and estate litigation in a sensitive and professional manner, putting our knowledge and focus on trusts and estates to work for you. When litigation is necessary, we will energetically fight for you and your position, presenting your case to the court and opposing sides with the thoroughness and skill you need and deserve.