Standing Up For You In Will And Trust Disputes
When disputes over a will or trust arise, get reliable help finding effective solutions. At Nyhus Law Firm, we are committed to providing you with quality legal services aimed at protecting your goals. From our Bismarck and Harvey offices, we help clients throughout North Dakota navigate estate litigation regarding wills and trusts. Discover what our skilled wills and trust dispute lawyers can do for you.
Understanding Will And Trust Disputes
These estate conflicts typically involve disagreements about the interpretation, administration or validity of a loved one’s will or trust. Given the intricacies of estate and probate law, these disputes can be very challenging legal matters to navigate. Our wills and trust dispute lawyers can help you from start to finish.
Get The Help You Need When The Stakes Are High
Will and trust disputes are high-stakes matters, both financially and emotionally. They can have a big impact on inheritance rights and what ultimately happens with asset distribution. These conflicts can also strain relationships and have major ramifications for your family’s future. When facing such sensitive and impactful issues, you need legal guidance and solutions you can trust.
What Are Common Reasons For Such Disputes?
Will and trust litigation can stem from many different things. Common causes include:
- Unclear language in a trust or will
- Undue influence claims
- Alleged breach of fiduciary responsibilities by a trustee
- Executor challenges
- Beneficiary disputes
- Trustee removal efforts
Our will and trust dispute lawyers can answer your questions about the specific nature of your dispute for your case and your options.
Conflicts Over Holographic Wills
The specifics of North Dakota law have a big impact on the types of will and trust disputes that can arise in the state. One example of this is the holographic will. North Dakota is among the states that recognize holographic wills as legally enforceable. Under state law, a valid holographic will is a will that does not meet the usual will requirements but has the main provisions and signature in the deceased’s handwriting. Many questions and disagreements can arise over the deceased’s intent in a holographic will. Our will contest lawyers can guide you through North Dakota litigation involving this unique will type.
The Right Guidance Matters
Will and trust disputes here in North Dakota often involve an intersection of state-specific laws and broader legal principles regarding estate planning and dispute resolution. Thus, having guidance backed by an extensive understanding of these laws and principles can be critical. That is exactly what our knowledgeable local team aims to provide.
Our Will And Trust Dispute Services
We can help in a wide range of ways when it comes to will and trust disputes. Our team can provide you with representation in legal proceedings, negotiations and at trial. If you want to pursue mediation of your dispute, we can guide you through the process. Our attorneys can also help you with drafting clear estate planning documents aimed at avoiding will and trust disputes.
Let Us Be Your Advocates
We are ready to pursue solutions that protect your best interests. Connect with us today to discuss your will or trust dispute. You can reach us by phone at (701) 751-2262 or online through our contact form.