Trust & Estate Litigation Attorney in Niles, Illinois
What issues commonly give rise to estate litigation?
What issues commonly give rise to estate litigation?
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Estate litigation can arise for a number of reasons. Generally speaking, you have one or more parties who are either unhappy or distrustful of what is happening in the estate. Perhaps they believe something was done fraudulently, or some other act of wrongdoing has occurred, so they want to bring a claim before a judge to address the issue.
Many claims can be resolved through effective communication. As the attorney, I believe it is important to try to resolve claims at the lowest cost possible and as quickly as possible. However, it never really feels quick because estate litigation takes time to get through all the necessary questions.
The difficult thing about estate litigation is that it’s hard to predict how long it will take. An attorney should focus on resolving issues collaboratively, where both sides agree on a solution, to avoid spending additional time, energy, and money on ongoing litigation.
Niles, IL estates & probate attorney Dana Zivkovich talks about the issues that commonly give rise to estate litigation. Estate litigation can arise for various reasons. Typically, one or more parties may feel unhappy or distrustful about the proceedings within an estate. They might suspect fraudulent actions or other forms of wrongdoing, prompting them to bring a claim before a judge to address these concerns.
Many disputes can be resolved through effective communication. It is generally important for attorneys to aim for resolving claims at the lowest possible cost and in a timely manner. However, the process often feels lengthy, as estate litigation requires time to address all the necessary questions.
One of the challenges of estate litigation is the unpredictability of its duration. Attorneys should strive to resolve issues collaboratively, encouraging both parties to agree on a solution. This approach can help minimize the time, energy, and financial resources spent on prolonged litigation.
