Inheritance Disputes: What is 'Scorched Earth' Litigation? 10 Jul

Inheritance Disputes: What is ‘Scorched Earth’ Litigation?

What do these Inheritance Horror Stories have in common? Every single one of them could have been prevented with a simple conversation and some thoughtful legal planning. Let’s make sure your story doesn’t become someone else’s cautionary tale... 03 Jul

Legal Planning Lessons from Real-Life Inheritance Horror Stories

Executor Liability: Administration of an Insolvent Estate 03 Jul

Insolvent Estate Administration: Why Transparency is Crucial

How my mother lost a multi-million dollar inheritance and got stuck with a $50k funeral bill: 21 ex-millionaires share how they either lost or squandered their fortunes— anonymous BuzzFeed submissions... 29 Jun

How My Mother Lost a Multi-Million Dollar Inheritance

The Anna Nicole Smith estate saga is more than just a celebrity courtroom drama; it's a cautionary tale with lessons for everyone, according to attorney John Levy.  18 Jun

Case Study: Anna Nicole Smith Estate Saga Offers Lessons for All

Dueling Trustees Battle Over Jimmy Buffett’s $275 Million Estate 16 Jun

Dueling Trustees Battle Over Jimmy Buffett’s $275 Million Estate

This case underscores that when emotional ties to family cottages are not managed by clear legal drafting, even well-intentioned estate plans can result in litigation. 16 Jun

Ontario Court Ruling: Sibling Dispute Over The Family Cottage

The longstanding feud among the heirs of Sol Goldman’s vast New York real estate fortune has reignited. This is the latest chapter in a family conflict that dates back to the 1980s...  12 Jun

NYC Real Estate Dynasty Heirs Intensify Feud Over Property Empire

When high-profile celebrities pass away, their estate disputes often make headlines. However, the legal challenges their estates face are not exclusive to those of the rich and famous. 20 May

Prevent Costly Missteps: Lessons from Celebrity Estate Disputes

The Legacy of Bob Ross: Lessons in Succession Planning 16 May

The Legacy of Bob Ross: Lessons in Succession Planning

Stan Lee, the iconic co-creator of Marvel superheroes, became center of a high-profile elder abuse lawsuit... 09 May

Elder Abuse Lawsuit Against Stan Lee’s Ex-Manager

If you are considering adding someone to the title of your home for estate planning purposes, it is essential to seek professional guidance in order to mitigate the risks of doing so... 16 Apr

How Using Joint Tenancy as an Estate Planning Tool Can Go Wrong