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....
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Jan 17, 2018 | Probate Litigation
Challenging a will can be a daunting task, but California residents that believe they have a valid claim may be able to successfully contest a will. Nationwide, 99 percent of all wills pass through probate without problems arising. Probate courts generally stick...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Dec 29, 2017 | Probate Litigation
In California and around the country, inheritance disputes sometimes arise after people die. Family members may file lawsuits to prevent people from inheriting from estates if they believe that the people caused the deaths. In a case that was filed in New Hampshire, a...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Dec 18, 2017 | Probate Litigation
After a person dies in California, it may be necessary for the will to go through probate. If that is the case, the custodian of the will has 30 days from a person’s passing to present an original copy to the probate court clerk’s office. The executor of...
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Oct 10, 2017 | Probate Litigation
Whether a person has a will or not, it may be necessary for the estate to go through the probate process. If a California resident has a valid will, that person is considered to have died testate. If there is no will, a person will have been declared to die intestate....
by Kathryn A. Flanigan | Sep 15, 2017 | Probate Litigation
Unfortunately, some California family members have disputes and arguments with each other over the estates that have been left behind by their deceased loved ones. When these issues arise, it is important for you to act to protect your interests. There are numerous...
