Steve Ehrlich, Esq. (left) and Monique Nevarez, Esq. (right), members of the Law Stein Anderson team who helped bring long-awaited resolution to a $12 million trust battle. Monique Nevarez and Steve Ehrlich steered a high-conflict, five-year trust dispute involving $12 million in assets to a successful pre-trial resolution, preserving substantial value and protecting the client’s…
Christine M. Allen helped break a long-running trust dispute by spotting a decisive legal turning point, restoring leverage, protecting the property’s value, and securing a resolution for the family. Key Outcomes: A long-running trust dispute over a childhood home and other assets had reached a standstill. One sibling had lived in the property rent-free for years, allowing…
After years of litigation across multiple states, Law Stein Anderson (LSA) favorably settled a dispute involving a multi-million-dollar trust.
At Law Stein Anderson, we are known for our estate planning and trust administration work. But our practice extends far beyond that. For high-net-worth families, property owners, and business leaders, disputes can (and often do) arise in areas where much is at stake. When they do, our litigation team steps in to safeguard clients’ interests…
By Christine M. Allen, Esq. Trust litigation is becoming an increasingly common occurrence after the death of a loved one in California. Regardless of how well-drafted or thought-out a trust is, anyone with a grievance or perceived grievance can file a lawsuit. While you can’t necessarily stop someone from suing, there are proactive measures you…
The Wall Street Journal (Candace Taylor) 09.24.24, published the article “Secret Trusts, a Bitter Divorce and the Battle Over One of America’s Biggest Homes.” The article is regarding the Pritzker estate, a 50,000-square-foot property in the hills above Los Angeles (one of the largest private homes in the country). It is at the center of…
By David M. Huynh, Esq. All too often, a person may feel that an elderly loved one is clearly being taken advantage of by another – whether it be a friend, close family member, or perhaps even a caretaker. But what can you do about elder financial abuse? Especially if that loved one doesn’t agree?…
You should consider hiring a trust and estate litigation attorney when there is a dispute or conflict related to an estate or will. Some situations where an estate litigation attorney can be helpful include: In general, if you’re involved in a legal dispute related to an estate, it is a good idea to consult with…