The Trustee’s Guide to Trust Theft Claims
Technically, a trustee can face criminal charges for embezzlement or criminal misappropriation of property if they steal money from a trust. However, crimes stemming from theft from an estate or trust is generally considered a civil matter and are rarely prosecuted criminally. Trustees are typically only charged with theft or a related crime in the […]
Trust Litigation: What Does It Entail – Lawyer Monthly
(Scott E. Rahn, RMO Co-Managing Partner, was recently featured in Lawyer Monthly. Here’s an excerpt, below. To read the full article, click here.) Just hearing the word “litigation” can trigger feelings of unease for many, but in reality, trust litigation is just a tool, a formal process through which an heir, beneficiary or fiduciary who […]
The Winner’s Guide to Family Trust Contests
Whether you’re seeking to contest a family trust, or defending a family trust dispute, it’s important to contact a trust litigation attorney near you as soon as possible to help improve the chances of winning your case. Here’s a guide. Can a family trust be contested? Yes. Contesting a trust is very common in California […]