Probate Litigation

Morristown, New Jersey, Attorneys

Probate litigation over a will or trust can be emotionally exhausting for all parties involved. It is a sensitive matter, sometimes causing people to question the relationships they had with the decedent. Probate litigation can result in anger and harsh feelings towards other family members. Attorney Frank Grather represents spouses, disinherited heirs, estates, executors of wills, and administrators of wills. He is sensitive to the often-difficult nature of such matters.

Will contests and more

Mr. Grather vigorously protects the position of his clients during these often-difficult times. The firm represents people in many probate litigation matters:

• Will contests
• Trust contests
• Creditor's claims against an estate
• Guardianship disputes
• Distribution of property and assets
• Undue influence regarding directives of a will

Undue influence and lack of capacity

Will contests are generally at the center of probate litigation. A will does not guarantee that property and assets will be distributed according to the decedent's wishes. Anyone who feels the will is invalid or inaccurate has standing to contest the will. This happens often in families where one sibling is excluded from a will or when a sibling believes another sibling had undue influence in the will. It also occurs when a party feels that the testator lacked the capacity to make a will.

If you have concerns regarding the distribution of a decedent's estate or believe you have been wrongfully excluded from a will, contact the New Jersey lawyers at Broderick, Newmark, and Grather, P.C.