Probate disputes tear families apart and put inheritances at risk, but experienced legal representation can protect your rights and resolve conflicts efficiently.
Death and incapacity create vulnerabilities that others sometimes exploit. Family members may disagree about a loved one’s final wishes. Caregivers might take advantage of elderly or disabled individuals. Executors and trustees sometimes mismanage assets or act in their own interests rather than following their legal duties.
These situations require immediate attention because Texas law imposes strict deadlines on many probate challenges. Whether you’re seeking to protect an inheritance or defending against false accusations, you need attorneys who understand both the legal complexities and the family dynamics involved.
We challenge or defend wills based on lack of mental capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution. We also help courts interpret unclear will language to determine what the deceased person actually intended.
When personal representatives fail in their duties – whether through theft, poor decisions, or simple incompetence – we can have them removed and replaced. We also defend executors and administrators against unfounded accusations of misconduct.
Trustees, executors, and agents under powers of attorney owe legal duties to act in others’ best interests. We pursue claims when these duties are breached and defend fiduciaries who are wrongly accused of violations.
When someone dies without a will, determining the rightful heirs can become complicated. We resolve disputes over biological relationships, adoption status, and other factors that affect inheritance rights.
We help recover estate property that has been improperly transferred or hidden. This includes pursuing fraud and conversion claims, as well as defending against false accusations of asset misappropriation.
Whether the issue involves distribution problems, investment decisions, or accounting obligations, we handle disputes between trustees and beneficiaries in both testamentary and living trusts.
We resolve disputes over estate debts, challenge invalid creditor claims, and pursue proper accountings from personal representatives. We also handle family allowance claims and homestead rights.
Texas probate law contains specific procedural requirements that most attorneys rarely encounter. We handle these cases every day and understand how to gather evidence properly, navigate court procedures, and apply the relevant legal standards.
Our experience spans estates of all sizes, from straightforward executor removals to complex multi-million dollar inheritance disputes. We represent both those bringing claims and those defending against them, giving us insight into all sides of probate litigation.
Most importantly, we understand that these disputes involve more than just money – they’re about family relationships, final wishes, and protecting vulnerable people from exploitation.
Probate disputes require prompt action due to legal deadlines and the ongoing administration of estates. Whether you’re concerned about a family member’s final wishes, questioning an executor’s actions, or defending against false accusations, early legal intervention can make the difference between protecting your rights and losing them forever.
If you’re facing a probate dispute in Texas, contact our firm today. We’ll evaluate your situation, explain your options, and help you understand the best path forward for protecting your interests and your family’s legacy.
