Call Us Today!310-473-7000
Blog
Los Angeles Probate & Estate Litigation Blog
Unhappy with a conservatorship? You can contest it
When your mother died, she placed your uncle in charge of your disabled brother’s care. For the last decade, however, you’ve been the one with him around the clock. He has a number of disabilities, and you’ve built a schedule and routine that works well…
Did your loved one have the capacity to sign a will?
While estate planning and wills are meant to bring forth the desires of an individual after they pass, there are situations when they do not act as such. Sometimes, you must contest an estate plan because you suspect that it does not line up with…
How can you prove a breach of fiduciary trust?
Choosing someone to take care of your trust, estate or conservatorship is a big decision. It requires a lot of trust. It is disappointing if you find the person that you or a relative trusted has let you down. To prove a breach of fiduciary trust…
Did a sibling use undue influence on your parent?
No one wants to get involved in an estate dispute involving their siblings, especially at an emotional time after a parent has just passed away. Unfortunately, it does happen. Estate issues are very common and you may have a valid reason to dispute a will.…
Guardianship may be needed for those with special needs
As Los Angeles parents and caretakers of children with autism or other cognitive disabilities can attest, raising such a child is a unique joy. When the child turns 18, however, they become legally responsible for their own welfare and decisions in life — and not…
Who can contest a will?
When a loved one passes away, their will is one of the ways that they might pass assets down to individuals and other entities. There are instances in which the will might not contain what someone thought it was supposed to. This might lead to…
5 reasons to remove a trustee in Los Angeles
When a relative enlists someone as a trustee to administer their estate on behalf of you and your family, they hope their choice works out. Sometimes, things do not work out, and you and the other beneficiaries may want to remove the trustee. Here are…
Is your elderly parent the victim of financial abuse?
Whether your parent still lives in their home or has moved into an assisted living or nursing home facility, their comfort often depends on maintaining their financial health. However, strangers, caregivers and even family members may try to take advantage of them in their old…
Conservatorships can protect the vulnerable from financial abuse
If your loved one is a senior, an adult with a mental disability or other adult dependent, they may be vulnerable to financial exploitation. Whether it’s because of age or cognitive impairment, your loved one may no longer be able to adequately handle and protect…
Guardianship litigation: You can fight for guardianship
When your loved one died, the last thing you were worried about was their choice of a guardian. You knew they’d make good decisions for their children and make sure they were cared for appropriately. Unfortunately, their choice of guardian was unable to take over…
REQUEST A FREE CASEEVALUATION
“*” indicates required fields
Call 310-473-7000 or contact us online.
Schedule A Consultation310-473-7000
Our Location
2215 Colby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Fax
310-473-1730
© Copyright 2024 Hinojosa & Forer LLP. All rights reserved.
Digital Marketing By 