Issues in Estate Administration: Prosecuting a will contest, statute of limitations, considerations, and causes of action [Part 2] (2024 Edition)

Louis A. Silverman
Louis A. Silverman | Praesidium Law, PLLC

Louis A. Silverman, known to most as Lou, has been practicing law in Arizona since 1981. In 2005, he changed the focus of his civil litigation practice to estate planning, trust and estate administration, and probate law.

On-Demand: July 25, 2024

2 hour CLE

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Program Summary

This webinar will address essential aspects of estate administration, encompassing common challenges encountered in numerous estates. The complexities of estate administration can vary greatly based on the assets involved and the approach taken by the Personal Representative overseeing the estate.

The discussion will extend to strategies for safeguarding the rights of beneficiaries, unique considerations related to real estate, issues arising from actions of the Personal Representative, and pursuing claims related to estate administration.

Attorneys attending can anticipate gaining insights into the timing, potential legal actions, and procedures for initiating and pursuing a Will contest. The seminar will delve into pre filing considerations for a Will contest, potential outcomes, and subsequent legal proceedings or petitions following resolution.

Part two of this series will address topics such as statute of Limitations to File a Will Contest, Considerations prior to Filing a Will Contest, Potential Causes of Action during a Will Contest and much more.

Key topics to be discussed:

  • Statute of Limitations to File a Will Contest
  • Considerations prior to Filing a Will Contest
  • Potential Causes of Action during a Will Contest
  • How to Prosecute a Will Contest
  • Potential Resolutions of a Will Contest, as well as post-resolution petitions

Closed-captioning available

Speakers

Louis A. Silverman_myLawCLELouis A. Silverman | Praesidium Law, PLLC

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Louis A. Silverman, known to most as Lou, has been practicing law in Arizona since 1981. In 2005, he changed the focus of his civil litigation practice to estate planning, trust and estate administration, and probate law. In 2015, Lou became board-certified in estate and trust law by the State Bar of Arizona with the accreditation of “Certified Specialist in Estate and Trust Law.”

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

Lou competed in his first triathlon in 2008 when he was 54 and has since completed eight triathlons. His favorite part is crossing the finish line! When he’s not helping clients with their estate and business planning needs, Lou devotes his time to tie dying! In fact, he has often been referred to as the Tie Dye Lawyer!

Agenda

I. Statute of Limitations to File a Will Contest| 12:00pm – 12:20pm

II. Considerations prior to Filing a Will Contest | 12:20pm – 12:40pm

III. Potential Causes of Action during a Will Contest | 12:40pm – 1:00pm

Break | 1:00pm – 1:10pm

IV. How to Prosecute a Will Contest | 1:10pm – 1:40pm

V. Potential Resolutions of a Will Contest, as well as post-resolution petitions | 1:40pm – 2:10pm

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