Estate Dispute Negotiation Lawyers Helping Clients in Long Beach

Whether a will of your loved one is being contested and you need to prove the will is valid or if you believe a will has been written and executed incorrectly, this only adds more stress and tension to an already difficult period as you grieve the loss of your loved one. At this time, it is never a good idea to enter negotiations without someone who has experience resolving estate disputes. Our attorneys know how to get the results that you deserve, making the process as fast and as effortless as possible for you. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation in Long Beach at (562) 362-6802.

What Happens During Estate Dispute Negotiations?

Any time an aspect of a last will and testament is challenged, this is known as an estate dispute. This could happen for a variety of reasons, such as the wrong number or type of witnesses or even outright fraud. Having an estate get challenged can be an emotionally trying time. You will want someone on your side whom you can trust to help resolve the matter legally and as peacefully as possible. Let us join your team during your estate dispute. Give us a call today.

Why Would I Need an Estate Dispute?

Among many possible reasons why a will would be challenged, the following are just a few:

Problems with the Testator

The testator is the person who signs the will. If the testator is suspected of acting under duress or coercion or was incapacitated, this can be a cause for challenging the will. Sometimes a testator simply never signed the will, or the signature might have been forged. These scenarios would also lead to an estate dispute.

Issues with the Witnesses

There are several qualifications that must be met for witnesses to legally validate a will. Some of these are that they must be 18 or older, they must be present during the signing of the will, and aware that the testator is signing a will. If any of these conditions are not met, the will may be challenged.

Problem of Forgery

A will may be declared void if it is proven to have been falsified by forgery. If you have an estate dispute lawyer on your side, they can help to verify whether or not a document was forged.

What Happens in My Estate Dispute Case if I Don’t Have a Lawyer?

Estate disputes are already difficult enough even with proper legal representation. They involve loved ones disagreeing and perhaps even hard feelings. If you don’t have someone knowledgeable about the legal aspects of estate disputes on your side, your case could last even longer and become more difficult to resolve and expensive. You’ll be better served by hiring an estate dispute attorney in order to resolve your case quickly, saving you money and heartache. Contact our legal team in Long Beach right away to begin working on your estate dispute case at (562) 362-6802.

At What Point Should I Contest a Will?

If you suspect a will may need to be disputed, you’ll want to begin filing the case right away because in California, there is a limited period of time in which to do so. Adding a legal representative to your team from the very beginning can help your case get resolved quickly and in your best interest. Let us help with your estate dispute case and get the results you deserve by contacting our offices in Long Beach today.

Our understanding and competent lawyers want to be on your side in this difficult time as you enter an estate dispute. With us on your team, your case will be resolved quickly, reducing your expense as well as the emotional toll that such litigation can have during this difficult time in your life. Call right away and begin the process by talking to our talented legal staff in our Long Beach office at (562) 362-6802.