“Trust Litigation” is a term used to describe disputes relating to the administration of an individual’s trust. These disputes can involve a variety of issues, including, but not limited to:
- Challenges to the validity of a trustee;
- Claims that the trustee has breached a fiduciary duty;
- Surcharge actions against trustees; and
- Accounting disputes.
Some of Attorney Seigel’s notable trust litigation matters have included:
- Represented plaintiff in lawsuit seeking to invalidate amended trust as a result of testator’s lack of capacity and undue influence, resulting in favorable settlement for client.
- Obtained the removal of successor trustee after demonstrating breach of fiduciary duty, and subsequently achieved favorable settlement on behalf of the successor’s personal representative.
- Successfully represented trustee beneficiary in litigation relating to trustee’s alleged failure to distribute trust funds and provide accountings.
Attorney Seigel understands that these cases involve significant emotional issues and prides himself on assisting clients with staying focused on pragmatic objectives.