Month: June 2025

Can an estranged child challenge a will?

On Behalf of Lesser Lutrey Pasquesi & Howe, LLP | Jun 19, 2025 | Heirs And Beneficiaries

It is not unusual for families to drift apart. Life happens, differences grow, contact fades and sometimes relationships do not heal in time. When someone passes away and their will excludes an estranged child, it can raise deep questions. If you have found yourself...

Even family members can steal from the estate during probate

On Behalf of Lesser Lutrey Pasquesi & Howe, LLP | Jun 3, 2025 | Estate Planning And Administration

When a loved one passes away, families often come together to grieve, remember and support each other. But amid the sorrow, a legal process begins: the court-supervised distribution of a deceased person’s estate. While most expect this to be a smooth, respectful...