Trust Litigation in Virginia
If you or a loved one finds yourself in a dispute over the terms or administration of a trust, you need a top trust litigation lawyer. Parents and grandparents often set up trusts that will distribute assets to their children or grandchildren in tax-efficient ways to avoid the cost of probate. Trusts can be a crucial tool in estate planning and administration. Unfortunately, sometimes trust disputes arise that require litigation. Virginia Trusts There are many types of trusts in Virginia, each serving its own purpose, with its own benefits and drawbacks. Some trusts include: Revocable living trusts Irrevocable living trusts Charitable trusts Business trusts Special needs trusts Testamentary trusts Qualified personal residence trusts Pet trusts Can You Challenge a Trust Agreement or its Administration? Yes. Beneficiaries may choose to challenge the administration of the trust, try to terminate or the trust, or in unique circumstances, amend the trust. Disagreements regarding how a trust is administered or whether its valid often arise when an interested person is unhappy with how or when they receive (or don’t receive) their distribution. Such disputes can be devasting and deplete the trust of its assets. They often result in broken homes, broken relationships, and financial
