Probate

Probate Litigation Attorney in Long Beach

At the law office of Zwierzchowski & Nguyen, our skilled lawyers handle cases for beneficiaries, administrators, personal representatives, and others who have probate disputes, involving will contests, valuation disputes, beneficiary claims, creditor claims, and other types of litigation in probate. We strive to explain this process to clients while informing them of their rights. In each case, we research all of the issues involved and drive for resolution on every point.

Probate litigation is a form of general civil litigation that addresses issues within the probate process, such as will validation, estate administration, and asset distribution.

Marvin Type Agreements

We provide assistance to estate planning and probate clients that have a Marvin type agreement (often associated with palimony) with the deceased individual or other parties involved in a possible estate dispute. These agreements can be created for unmarried straight couples and gay couples who cohabitate with each other for a period of time. Generally, when the partner dies, the surviving partner may have a claim on the estate for compensation for an oral or written commitment for support.

The agreements carry certain obligations that our firm can effectively explain upon meeting with you at our office. We handle the enforcement and, if necessary, the litigation of these agreements.

Estate Planning

In addition to providing comprehensive probate representation, our firm offers estate planning services that are tailored to your goals and needs. We strive to help clients plan for the unknown, protect their assets, and preserve their legacy for future generations. It is often uncomfortable to face our own mortality. However, our lawyers help to ease that discomfort by explaining each step of an effective estate plan so that you can understand the importance of your decisions and their affects on future generations.

Some of the types of documents that we help establish include:

• Wills
• Trusts, including Pour-over trusts, living trust, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and life insurance trusts (LITs)
• Living wills, sometimes called healthcare directives
• Durable powers of attorney
• Powers of attorney for healthcare

Contact a probate litigation lawyer at the office of Zwierzchowski & Nguyen to learn more about how our firm can help you. We offer a free initial consultation so you can speak personally with one of our attorneys about your specific situation. Credit cards are also accepted as payment for our services.