Estate Litigation, Administration and Planning

Probate Disputes, Trust Administration and Fiduciary Guidance Across New York

Lieb at Law’s estate practice includes estate litigation, probate and administration proceedings, trust planning, and fiduciary representation. We simplify complex estate matters by offering full legal services alongside fiduciary bookkeeping, so Executors and Administrators can fulfill their duties with confidence. Whether you are challenging a will, serving as a fiduciary, or defending your rights as a beneficiary, our team is here to guide you from death notification through final distribution.

What We Handle

  • ✔ Contested Probate and Will Challenges
  • ✔ Breach of Fiduciary Duty and Executor Misconduct
  • ✔ Fraudulent Transfers and Turnover Proceedings
  • ✔ Spousal Right of Election Disputes
  • ✔ Compulsory and Voluntary Accountings
  • ✔ Grantor, Testamentary, Revocable and Irrevocable Trust Disputes
  • ✔ Probate and Administration Proceedings
  • ✔ Fiduciary Bookkeeping: Marshalling, Distribution and Reporting
  • ✔ Estate Planning Documents (Wills, Living Trusts, Powers of Attorney)
  • ✔ Supplemental Needs and Life Insurance Trusts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is estate litigation and when do I need it?

Estate litigation involves legal disputes over wills, trusts, and the handling of a deceased person's assets. You may need an estate litigator if you believe a will is invalid, a fiduciary is mismanaging funds, or you're being denied your lawful inheritance.

How do I challenge a will in New York?

If you suspect fraud, undue influence, or lack of capacity, you can initiate a will contest during the probate process. Lieb at Law represents clients in contested probate matters across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, and other counties throughout New York.

I was named an Executor. What are my legal responsibilities?

As an Executor or Administrator, you're legally required to gather estate assets, pay debts, file court documents, and distribute funds properly. Lieb at Law helps fiduciaries manage these tasks and avoid liability, including full bookkeeping and legal support.

Can I remove an Executor or Trustee who is mishandling an estate?

Yes. If a fiduciary is breaching their duties, you may petition the court to remove them and compel a full accounting. Lieb at Law represents beneficiaries and co-fiduciaries in fiduciary misconduct and breach of duty actions.

How much does it cost to hire an estate litigation attorney?

Fees depend on the nature of the dispute and whether litigation is involved. We offer consultations to review your situation and provide transparent fee structures for clients throughout New York.

Need Help Navigating Probate or an Inheritance Dispute?

Lieb at Law represents fiduciaries, beneficiaries, and heirs in probate and estate litigation throughout New York.

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