Navigating Estate Litigation For Barrow County Families
When a loved one passes away, there are certain legal processes that must be followed. These steps help to appropriately pass down a decedent’s estate to the rightful heirs, as outlined by their will. However, in some cases, disputes arise during this process over a deceased loved one’s will, trusts or other estate-related issues.
Handling these complex disputes alone can be overwhelming. At the Law Office of Jim R. David, attorney Jim R. David has nearly a decade of experience in resolving estate litigation cases. He can help your family fight back against will contests, breach of fiduciary duty and much more.
Complex Estate Litigation Representation You Can Trust
Estate litigation can be especially stressful due to the nature of the situation. The last thing you want to deal with after losing a loved one is a complex legal issue. This is why working with an attorney can help ease some of the burden off your shoulders so you have the chance to grieve while an attorney handles the rest.
Attorney Jim R. David has the knowledge and skill to represent you with any of the following issues:
- Trust litigation: Disputes over trusts can lead to trust litigation. Common issues often include trust validity, misconduct by the trustee managing the trust’s assets and disagreement over how to distribute the trust’s assets.
- Will contests: When someone challenges the validity of the decedent’s will, it’s a will contest. This usually occurs if someone believes the will was created under undue influence, improperly executed or when the decedent was mentally incompetent. Will contests can be brought upon by beneficiaries, heirs and other dependents.
- Breach of fiduciary duty: Fiduciary duty refers to the legal obligation to act in the best interests of another party. This generally occurs when the executor of an estate fails in performing their duties, such as using estate funds for their own benefits or not fulfilling other important responsibilities.
- Elder abuse and financial exploitation: Estate litigation can often involve elder abuse due to illegal or improper actions that impact an elder adult’s finances. Someone may manipulate an elderly loved one into transferring their money to a stranger or other type of theft of their assets and income.
No matter what kind of litigation issue you and your family are facing, the Law Office of Jim R. David will help investigate the situation and build a strong strategy to resolve the matter. The Law Office of Jim R. David has a track record of securing favorable outcomes for clients in estate planning disputes and is committed to finding a positive solution for your troubles, too.
Dedicated Estate Planning Guidance
The best way to avoid estate litigation is through effective estate planning. Attorney David is skilled at drafting wills, trusts and other estate planning documents so that you can rest assured every detail has been considered for the future. By taking proactive measures during the estate planning process, you can minimize the risk of will contests and other estate litigation from occurring.
Schedule A Consultation Today
Losing a loved one is never easy, and having to handle legal disputes at the same time can be even more difficult. The Law Office of Jim R. David guides clients throughout Oconee County and Barrow County through the steps of resolving these complex issues with care and compassion.
Call 470-947-8769 today to schedule a consultation with attorney Jim R. David or send an email through the online form.