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The recent endorsement issued by Justice P.C. Hennessy in Makarchuk v. Makarchuk, 2011 ONSC 4633 serves as a reminder of the importance of considering estate planning issues when spouses are separating…..
Remembering Estate Planning During and After a Separation Continue Reading »
Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, SeparationAlmost six years after her death, the estate of civil rights hero Rosa Parks is still being litigated. Court pleadings recently filed with the Michigan Supreme Court reveal details over the fight for control over her estate.
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Rosa Parks’ Estate Tied Up in Litigation as Her Memorabilia Goes to Auction Continue Reading »
Contested wills, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Executors, Trustee, Trustee Disputes, United States, WillsThe testator disinherited her only son who was 51 years old and suffered from Hepatitis C. The son sought an order that adequate provision be made for his proper maintenance and support from his mother’s estate. A good discussion of the principles of dependant support.
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Man vs. Beast Continue Reading »
Contested wills, Estate Litigation, Philanthropy/Charitable Giving, WillsA recent on-line article in Rolling Stone magazine describes how nearly five years following the death of the legendary James Brown, his estate, which had a value of approximately $100 million dollars on the date of his death, remains undistributed…..
Litigation Involving the Estate of the Godfather of Soul Continue Reading »
Estate Litigation, Family Conflict