
When individuals fail to establish effective estate plans, it sometimes
becomes necessary to invoke the courts’ authority to either provide
protection for a disabled person or interpret estate planning provisions
to protect the integrity of a person’s estate plan. With unprecedented
family wealth transferring from our “Greatest Generation” to
our “Baby Boomers,” legal disputes among family members
are increasing dramatically. Guardianships of disabled adults are becoming
more frequent, and it is not uncommon for family members to disagree
upon the selection of the guardian. Disgruntled beneficiaries are often
seeking methods to set aside wills or trusts that they believe were
unfairly obtained from an enfeebled member of the family.
Recognizing increased court intervention in this sensitive area of the
law, Davis, Agnor, Rapaport & Skalny, LLC has developed a strong practice
area representing individuals in guardianship cases, will contests (caveat
proceedings), trust disputes, and other types of fiduciary litigation.
We attempt to resolve these sensitive legal disputes between family members,
always with a view to avoid costly litigation and undue emotional distress
for the family. However, in the event litigation becomes necessary, DARS
has developed a reputation as one of the preeminent law firms in Maryland
involved in fiduciary litigation.
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