by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Feb 8, 2018 | Inheritance Disputes
It is not uncommon for stepmothers and stepchildren to become involved in estate disputes. In California and throughout the country, will and trust contests and other matters often involve these parties. Stepmothers tend to be in these types of conflicts partially...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jan 31, 2018 | Trust Administration
For a trustee, being legally responsible for managing, investing, and distributing trust assets can be a daunting task, especially since the trustee is also legally liable should any breach of fiduciary duties occur. Consequently, if you are a trustee who wishes to...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jan 30, 2018 | Blog
Your parents built up their estate through hard work, dedication, smarts and a little bit of luck. Upon their deaths, they likely wanted you and your siblings to benefit from their tidy estate that may include heirlooms such as your great-grandmothers dresser from...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jan 29, 2018 | Blog
Stepmothers face numerous hurdles when becoming part of a blended family and blended families are particularly susceptible to tension and family disputes. Estate disputes between stepmothers and stepchildren are a common occurrence. Surprising statistics A staggering...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jan 24, 2018 | Probate Litigation
The late Charles Manson, who died at age 83 after decades in prison for orchestrating the deaths of nine people, continues to demand attention from the California legal system. A judge in Los Angeles must now evaluate competing legal claims for Manson’s estate....
