Probate & Estate Litigation
Probate & Estate Litigation Attorney | Westmoreland County PA
Handling will contests, executor misconduct, inheritance theft and trust disputes. Our estate litigation lawyer protects heirs in Greensburg and Murrysville.
Probate & Estate Litigation
The death of a loved one can bring grief and, unfortunately, conflict. If you suspect an estate is being mismanaged or you have been unfairly cut out of a will, legal intervention may be necessary. We represent beneficiaries, executors and trustees in probate and trust disputes throughout Westmoreland County.
Common Estate Disputes
Common disputes include:
Will contests
Challenges based on undue influence, lack of mental capacity, fraud, forgery or improper execution. Contesting a will must be done within a specific timeframe after probate begins.
Executor misconduct
Claims that the executor is misappropriating estate funds, failing to pay debts, withholding information or favoring certain beneficiaries. Beneficiaries may petition to have the executor removed and demand an accounting.
Inheritance theft and estate fraud
Allegations that someone has stolen assets, forged documents or manipulated the decedent into changing their estate plan.
Estate embezzlement
When a person with access to estate assets diverts funds for personal use.
Challenging a Will or Executor
Estate disputes are governed by strict rules and deadlines. If you believe a will is invalid or an executor is breaching their fiduciary duty, take action promptly. Our services include:
Case evaluation. Reviewing the will, trust documents and evidence of undue influence or incapacity.
Petitions and objections. Filing the necessary paperwork to contest a will, demand an accounting or remove an executor.
Mediation and settlement. Negotiating with other heirs to avoid protracted litigation.
Court hearings. Presenting evidence and testimony at the Orphans’ Court in the Court of Common Pleas.
Prevention and planning. Advising clients on updated estate plans, proper execution and choosing a trustworthy executormccmlaw.com.
Protecting Your Family’s Legacy
Estate litigation is deeply personal. We approach these cases with sensitivity and discretion, striving to resolve disputes without destroying family relationships. Our firm serves families and fiduciaries in Greensburg, Murrysville, Latrobe and throughout Westmoreland County. If you need help contesting a will, defending an executor or uncovering estate fraud, we are here to guide you.