Orange County Trust and Will Contests

If you need to contest a trust, void or invalidate a trust, or contest a will, contact The Law Office of Stephen Fredkin. Our California civil litigation attorney has more than 20 years of experience representing clients during trust, will and probate matters. Our law firm can carefully analyze your case, choose a legal strategy that is suited for your unique goals, and guide you through each step of the legal process involved in a trust or will contest.

Why Choose Attorney Stephen Fredkin?

• Attorney Stephen will be the attorney handling your case from inception through trial.
• He prepares each case as if it will go to trial, giving it greater odds of success.
• Our law firm has more than a 90 percent case success rate.
• We have unmatched and extensive trial experience, with more than 150 jury and court trials.
• Your lawyer will personalize your legal experience from start to finish.

What Are Common Reasons to Contest a Trust or Will?

Contesting a will or trust may be necessary if you have reason to believe that it was not created with the proper testamentary formalities, or if it contains a mistake or elements included under undue influence. Contesting a will or trust means that you are submitting a formal claim that the legal document is incorrect or invalid. Common grounds to contest a trust or will in California include:

• Significant mistake or administrative error
• Suspected fraud, forgery or misrepresentation of facts
• A missing signature on the will or trust
• A signature given under duress
• Undue influence
• Unsound mind/the testator’s lack of mental capacity
• Elder abuse or exploitation

If you are not sure whether you have the right to contest a trust or will in Orange County, our attorney can carefully review the facts of your case and provide legal advice. If contestation is possible and in your best interests, Attorney Stephen Fredkin may offer to represent you during the complicated legal process.

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Contesting a Trust or Will in California?

If you are contesting a trust, you have 120 days from the date that the notice under Probate Code 16061.7 is mailed. This is the notice you will receive as a beneficiary or heir of the trust. If you did not receive this notice, you will have an additional 60 days.

If you wish to contest a will in California, you cannot do so until the will is offered to be admitted to the court. At this time, you can contest the will in the window of time between when it is entered and when the court determines that it is valid. You will also have 120 days from the date that probate begins to request the court to reconsider its ruling that the will is valid.

How Does Preparing a Case for Trial Help?

One of the key benefits that you will get from choosing The Law Office of Stephen Fredkin is case attention from a trial attorney. Preparing each case as if it will go to trial can help clients in many ways, including:

• Your attorney will have a thorough understanding of all the facts of the case, including its strengths and potential weaknesses.
• An insurance company or adversary is more likely to take you seriously during legal negotiations knowing that you have the power to go to court.
• Your lawyer can file a lawsuit, thoroughly investigate the situation and represent you at trial, if necessary, to successfully resolve your trust or will contest case.

When the outcome of your legal matter could potentially change your life, you need a skilled and experienced attorney by your side. A trial lawyer can maximize your odds of success.

Contact Our Orange County Trust and Will Contest Lawyer Today

If you believe that a will or trust was not executed in compliance with the legal requirements, we can help you file a legal claim to dispute, invalidate or modify the document. Our lead attorney has years of experience with many different types of civil litigation and legal disputes. He can answer your legal questions, address your concerns, and represent you while contesting a will or trust in Orange County, California. Start with a consultation at our local law office. Request yours today.