HOW WE HELP
Estate Disputes
Disputes involving a will or estate can be legally complex and difficult for families to navigate. Our lawyers provide practical advice and experienced representation to help beneficiaries, executors, administrators, and family members understand their rights, obligations, and options.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A will may be challenged in certain circumstances. Whether there are grounds to do so depends on the facts, the circumstances in which the will was prepared, the available evidence, and the applicable law.
Executors and administrators have legal responsibilities when managing an estate. Legal advice can help determine what options may be available where there are concerns about delays, accounting, distributions, estate property, or the administration of the estate.
No. Many estate disputes can be resolved through negotiation, settlement discussions, mediation, or other forms of dispute resolution. Court proceedings may be necessary in some cases.
Bring the will and any other estate documents available to you, along with correspondence, financial information, court documents, and records relating to the issues in dispute.
Practical advice when an estate becomes disputed.
Estate disputes can involve the validity or interpretation of a will, the conduct of an executor or administrator, estate accounting, the distribution of assets, or competing claims between beneficiaries and family members. Our role is to help you understand the legal issues, assess the available evidence, and determine the most practical path forward.
OUR APPROACH
Clear strategy. Practical resolution.
THE ESTATE DISPUTE PROCESS
What to expect
01
Initial Assessment
Review the will, estate records, relevant history, deadlines, and available options.
02
Strategy
Determine whether negotiation, settlement, mediation, or court proceedings are the appropriate route.
03
Proceedings
Prepare applications, affidavits, evidence, accounting materials, motions, and other court documents where required.
04
Resolution
Work toward settlement where possible or proceed through the required court process when necessary.
WHO WE REPRESENT
Representation in contested estates
Our estate dispute practice assists beneficiaries, executors, administrators, family members, and other interested parties facing contested estate matters throughout New Brunswick.
OUR PEOPLE
Estate Dispute Lawyers
Speak with a member of our team about an estate dispute and your options for moving forward.
