Estate Litigation

Losing a loved one is emotionally difficult and dealing with the complexities of his/her estate can be an overwhelming experience. When the intentions of a decedent are clearly stated and legally sound, the process of probate and estate administration should proceed smoothly and without complications. However, in several circumstances, this process can be delayed and result in conflict and litigation. Schulman Law, PLLC has the experience to assist in these important personal and financial matters.

Estate litigation refers to the range of conflicts that can arise when people disagree about their rights in a deceased person’s property or in a deceased person’s estate.

Examples of the kinds of cases we handle include:

– Disputes as to the validity of a will

– Disputes about the terms of a will

– Disputes concerning the competence of the person who made the will

– Intestate succession disputes when there is no will

– Disagreements concerning the status of a person as an heir or beneficiary

– Claims of inheritance of a surviving spouse or child who is not provided for in a will

– Questions as to the correct ownership of an asset that was transferred before death

– Breach of fiduciary duty claims against an executor or administrator of the estate

– Third-party claims against estates, such as claims by creditors

At Schulman Law, PLLC our practice is concentrated on the resolution of disputes involving wills, intestate estates (when the individual has died without leaving a will) and other probate matters. We represent heirs, beneficiaries, personal representatives and others in estate disputes throughout Nassau and the New York Tri-State area.