Estate Litigation

Disputes often come as a surprise in the estate context. Though truly comprehensive and well-executed estate planning can help minimize the risk of a later dispute, not all conflicts can be prevented outright. There may simply be unavoidable conflicts, whether because of aggressive surviving family members who feel that they did not receive their fair “cut” of the estate assets, or creditors looking to litigate their claims against the estate. In other cases, problems may arise because of a deceased individual who had poorly drafted estate planning documents, leading to serious ambiguities in asset distribution, and gaps in various other aspects of planning and administration (i.e., extent of powers granted to others, etc.).

Here at the Law Office of Jae H. Lee, PLLC, we represent clients in a broad range of estate litigation, and we are committed to individualized advocacy. We strive to identify possible compromise solutions to the conflict at-issue, and in the event that negotiations fail, we proceed to litigate aggressively on behalf of our clients. Contact us today to arrange a free consultation with a New York estate litigation attorney.

We Handle a Variety of Estate-Related Disputes

We represent clients in a range of estate-related disputes, including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Will Contests
• Trust Litigation
• Guardianship Disputes
• Fiduciary Litigation.

Here at the Law Office of Jae H. Lee, PLLC, we are skilled and dedicated advocates for our estate litigation clients, but we are also fundamentally results-oriented. In the estate litigation context, securing a favorable resolution to a conflict may actually require a more gentle approach to negotiation. In fact, an amicable resolution is usually the most preferable outcome, as there may be sensitivities pertaining to family, friends, and other personal relationships. When circumstances require, however, we are willing and able to take a case to trial and aggressively litigate the dispute on your behalf.

End-to-End Considerations

Estate conflicts can be confusing to those involved, especially when the planning documents initially seem well-drafted and executed. Even documents that appear well-executed may cause problems, and poor estate planning often gives rise to a conflict down the line. In resolving a complicated estate-related dispute, having a New York estate litigation attorney with a full understanding of the estate plan and its intentions (as drafted) can be a significant advantage.

Attorney Jae H. Lee not only represents clients in estate litigation, but he also assists them in developing comprehensive estate plans. His experience on the transactional side — drafting and executing airtight documents for clients — gives him unique insight into the issues fueling the dispute, as well as how best to negotiate (and litigate) a resolution to such conflict.

Contact New York Estate Litigation Attorney Jae H. Lee for a Free Consultation

If you are involved in an estate planning dispute — whether you are a designated heir, third-party creditor, or Personal Representative of the estate — then we encourage you to get in touch with the Law Office of Jae H. Lee, PLLC today for a thorough assessment of the dispute at-issue and what options may be available to you.

Call (646) 496-2678 or submit an online form to request an appointment with a skilled New York estate litigation attorney.  Consultation is free and no-obligation.