Contested Probates and Trusts

Probate and Trust Litigation Attorneys in Oakland County

When a loved one passes, family disputes over the decedent’s estate can emerge unexpectedly. Although it generally is preferable to resolve such conflicts outside of the courtroom, litigation is sometimes necessary. The experienced Oakland County, Michigan, probate and trusts attorneys at Collens Estate Law, can work toward conflict resolution for your family outside of litigation but can also provide skilled representation in probate court if the matter advances to trial.

At Collens Estate Law, we know that probate and trust litigation not only is difficult for clients but can be expensive. As a result, our skilled trial lawyers are dedicated to achieving clients’ desired outcomes in an efficient and effective fashion. We provide assertive, timely representation to protect the rights and interests of our clients and the value of the estate or trust assets.

Call an Oakland County probate and trust litigation lawyer at our firm at (248) 545-2500 to learn how we can help you. We serve the entire Detroit metro area.

Ready to Handle Any Probate and Trust Litigation Issues

The Michigan law firm of Collens Estate Law, has extensive experience representing beneficiaries and executors in a wide range of probate and trust litigation matters, including the following:

  • Ambiguous will/trust
  • Will and trust disputes
  • Power of attorney disputes/abuse of a power of attorney
  • Disputed advance health care directives
  • Mental incompetence when will/trust was signed
  • Undue influence in drafting of will/trust
  • Improper disinheritance
  • Improper distribution/maintenance of an estate
  • Disputes involving personal representatives/trust administrators

When a loved one dies, it is important to seek legal advice from a lawyer you can trust. Collens Estate Law, provides compassionate assistance to resolve your case to your satisfaction. We can help you deal with matters concerning probate, trust administration, or a contested will or trust. Whether you are administering an estate, acting as a guardian or conservator or seeking to challenge a will, we can help you be efficient and effective and preserve the estate.

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An overview of Michigan probate law and essential information for personal representatives, beneficiaries, and other persons involved in estate administration.

You Must Act Quickly

If you believe that the estate or trust of your family member has been administered incorrectly or that a family member’s will or trust was drafted improperly, your timely action could protect the at-risk assets of the estate or trust.

Collens Estate Law, is experienced in all aspects of probate and trust litigation. We give sound advice on the status of will validity or regarding the integrity of the estate or trust administration. If clients have a valid complaint, we will provide assertive and timely representation to secure their rights and interests, and protect the value of the estate or trust assets.

A good probate and trust litigation lawyer will understand the sensitivity of the situation, yet will employ an assertive approach to litigation pursuant to each client’s unique circumstances. Collens Estate Law, represents individuals in will and trust contests, abuse of power of attorney actions and breach of fiduciary duty cases.

Contact Our Experienced Attorneys

If you have questions about a will, trust or other probate litigation matter, contact Oakland County, Michigan, probate and trust litigation lawyers of Collens Estate Law.

We serve people in the Detroit metro area and throughout Michigan.