Lombard, IL Beneficiary Representation Attorneys

Experienced Attorneys Helping Beneficiaries Protect Their Rights in Lombard, Illinois

When you are named as a beneficiary of a loved one's estate, you may be pleased to know that they cared about you and wanted you to receive some of their assets. While you should be able to receive the intended assets without any problems, there are some situations where disputes may arise or where assets may not be distributed correctly. If you need to take steps to protect your rights as a beneficiary, you can work with a skilled estate administration attorney to address these issues.

At A. Traub & Associates, we understand the challenges you may be facing as you take steps to exercise your rights as a beneficiary. If you are concerned about the ways your loved one's estate is being handled, or if you believe there are reasons to dispute estate documents, we can advise you on the available legal options and provide you with legal representation as you address these issues. Our team is ready to help you work toward a reasonable resolution as quickly as possible, and we will work to ensure that your loved one's wishes are upheld without compromising your best interests.

Legal Counsel for Addressing Improper Estate Administration

As a beneficiary of the estate of a deceased friend or relative, you will need to rely on the chosen executor or trust administrator to do their job properly. Sadly, many executors are not up to the task. They may be too busy to fully handle the details of estate administration, or they may be unaware of the seriousness of their responsibilities. In the worst situations, executors or trustees may attempt to take advantage of the situation and act in ways that benefit themselves rather than the estate's beneficiaries.

If you are concerned about the administration of a loved one's estate or trust, our experienced attorneys can provide legal guidance about your available options. We can address inappropriate actions by executors or trustees, mismanagement of assets, failure to follow the instructions in a will or trust, or other issues that have affected your ability to receive the assets or property promised to you.

Will Contests and Disputed Documents in Illinois

In certain situations, it may be necessary to dispute the validity of a will or other estate planning document. For example, your loved one may have promised to leave certain assets to you in their will, but during probate, a new will may have been filed that included suspicious changes excluding you and other expected beneficiaries from receiving the assets you were promised.

If you have reason to believe that your loved one was unduly influenced or that the documents in question do not accurately reflect their wishes, we can help. We will assist you in building a case for contesting the will and protecting your rights as a beneficiary. We will work to ensure that your loved one's wishes will be carried out correctly.

Addressing Other Concerns as a Beneficiary

Even if legal action is not needed to secure your rights as a beneficiary, you may have questions about what you need to do to claim the assets left to you through an estate or trust. Our attorneys take pride in helping clients understand the complex details of estates and the procedures followed during the estate administration process. We will make sure you are equipped to make responsible decisions by explaining your rights and responsibilities and helping you implement the appropriate tools for safeguarding your new assets.

Contact Our Lombard, IL Beneficiary Representation Attorneys

For more information about how we can assist you in protecting your rights as a beneficiary of an estate or trust, contact our office. At A. Traub & Associates, our clients' needs will always be our top priority, and we look forward to serving you. Call 630-426-0196 to schedule your introductory consultation. With offices in Lombard and Arlington Heights, we assist people and families with estate planning and estate administration in DuPage County, Kane County, Will County, Cook County, and throughout the surrounding areas.