The Farrell Fritz estate litigation group is known for protecting our clients’ interests and assets in all types of disputes, including some of the most complex, high-profile cases in New York. Chosen for our sophisticated experience, our lawyers have handled cases involving the estates of Doris Duke, Jean Stralem, Andy Warhol, Arthur Sackler, Brooke Astor, and Huguette Clark.
Our estate and trust litigation team offers the skills and expertise required to handle any estate or trust related proceeding. We apply in-depth knowledge of the Surrogate’s Court procedure, extensive experience in taxation, an acute understanding of estate planning and administration, as well as experienced dispute resolution tactics.
In addition to Surrogate’s Court, our litigators also appear before the appellate courts, federal district court, tax court, and state Supreme Court. When appropriate, we guide parties to resolve differences outside of litigation, preserving resources and diminishing the potential stress involved in these conflicts.
Clients appreciate our calm and steady approach when handling emotionally charged situations. We pride ourselves on providing powerful legal strategies that resolve contentious matters relating to estates and trusts, involving:
Contested probate, fiduciary accounting and guardianship proceedings
Proceedings for the discovery and turnover of estate or trust assets
Gift-related litigation
Tax court proceedings
Valuation disputes
Proceedings involving fiduciary duties and responsibilities, confidential relationships, investment performance, interests in closely held corporations, and matters involving undue influence
