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Florida Estate Litigation Services for Your Inheritance Needs

Comprehensive Probate & Trust Litigation in Florida

At Adrian Philip Thomas, P.A., we know that estate, trust, and probate litigation are ever-developing areas of the law in Florida. Our reputable and experienced team of litigators has been serving clients since 2002 and has represented thousands of clients in various estate-related disputes, both prosecuting and defending causes of action.

Probate and trust litigation include many causes of action, such as:

Litigation matters are complex and require specialized knowledge. Our firm has a breadth of experience unique to a boutique law firm and attorneys with varied backgrounds that make them extraordinarily well-suited to handle your case. Our attorneys have backgrounds in estate planning, uncontested probate, and law enforcement, all of which play an important role in cases involving exploitation of the elderly and Florida inheritance disputes.

Understanding the Role of an Estate Litigation Attorney

An estate litigation attorney specializes in handling legal disputes and conflicts that arise in the context of estates, wills, trusts, and probate proceedings.

Here are some key responsibilities and functions of an estate litigation attorney:

Will Contests: Estate litigation attorneys represent clients who challenge the validity of a will. They help clients contest wills based on grounds such as lack of capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution.
Trust Disputes: Attorneys handle disputes related to trusts, including disagreements over trust administration, trustee actions, beneficiary rights, and interpretation of trust terms.
Probate Litigation: Estate litigation attorneys assist clients in probate court proceedings, which involve the distribution of a deceased person's assets, resolving claims against the estate, and addressing disputes among heirs, beneficiaries, or creditors.

Guardianship Disputes: Attorneys handle disputes over guardianship appointments, challenging guardianship decisions, or advocating for the removal of unfit guardians.
Elder Financial Abuse: Estate litigation attorneys represent elderly individuals who have been financially exploited or abused, helping them seek legal remedies and recover misappropriated assets.
Estate Administration Disputes: Attorneys resolve conflicts arising during the administration of an estate, including issues related to asset distribution, creditor claims, tax matters, and fiduciary duties.
Power of Attorney Disputes: Attorneys assist clients in resolving disputes involving powers of attorney, including challenges to the authority or actions of an appointed agent.
Beneficiary Rights: Estate litigation attorneys protect the rights of beneficiaries by ensuring they receive their entitled share of an estate or trust and advocating on their behalf in case of disputes.
Mediation and Arbitration: Attorneys may engage in alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation or arbitration to facilitate the resolution of estate-related conflicts outside of court.
Legal Representation: Estate litigation attorneys represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and negotiations, advocating for their interests, presenting evidence, and arguing legal positions to achieve favorable outcomes.
Legal Counseling: Attorneys provide legal advice and guidance to clients on estate planning, inheritance laws, probate procedures, and strategies to prevent future disputes within an estate.

Estate litigation attorneys play a crucial role in resolving complex legal issues and disputes that can arise in the administration of estates, wills, trusts, and other aspects of estate planning.

How We Can Assist You with Estate Litigation in Florida

Our legal team at Adrian Philip Thomas, P.A. understands that while clients are best served by first attempting to negotiate an honest, fair, and prompt resolution to a dispute, it often becomes necessary for an estate attorney to litigate in order to preserve and protect a family member’s personal rights and assets or a client’s inheritance.

To learn more about the litigation services we offer at Adrian Philip Thomas, P.A., please give us a call today at (954) 764-7273 or contact us online to schedule a free case consultation.

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