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Can a trust attorney be held liable for a lying trustee?

by Bad Trustees | April 11, 2025 | The Basics, Trustee | 0 Comments

Can a trust attorney be held liable for a lying trustee?Trust Attorney Liability Generally, a trust attorney is not directly liable for a lying trustee, unless they actively participated in or assisted the trustee in breaching fiduciary duties or committing...

Does a Bad Trustee ever really pay any consequences?

by Bad Trustees | April 9, 2025 | The Basics, Trustee | 0 Comments

Does a Bad Trustee ever really pay any consequences?Bad Trustee consequencesThat's a really important and complex question, and the short answer is: **it's complicated, and consequences aren't always straightforward or immediate.** There's no single, easy answer, and...

How is a family Trustee held accountable?

by Bad Trustees | April 6, 2025 | Trustee | 0 Comments

How is a family Trustee held accountable?Trustee AccountabilityA trustee can be held accountable in various ways for their actions or omissions while managing a trust. Here are some common methods: Breach of Fiduciary Duty: If a trustee fails to act in the best...

Description of a Narcissistic Trustee

by Bad Trustees | March 28, 2025 | Trustee | 0 Comments

A Narcissist TrusteeDescription of a Narcissist Trustee A narcissistic trustee,someone entrusted with managing assets or affairs, would likely prioritize their own needs and desires above the interests of the beneficiaries, potentially exploiting their position for...

What is “Hometowned”?

by Bad Trustees | February 23, 2025 | Legal Terminology | 0 Comments

What is "Hometowned"?Hometowned "Hometowned" is a slang term in legal circles, meaning a lawyer or client is discriminated against by a local judge who favors local parties and attorneys over those from out of town, essentially experiencing a "home court advantage". ...

Who is the petitioner in a probate case?

by Bad Trustees | January 23, 2025 | The Basics | 0 Comments

Who is the petitioner in a probate case?The Petitioner In a probate case, the petitioner is the person who initiates the legal process by filing a petition with the court to open the estate and seek the appointment of a personal representative (executor or...

What is “Hometowned”?

Feb 23, 2025 | Legal Terminology

What is "Hometowned"?Hometowned "Hometowned" is a slang term in legal circles, meaning a lawyer or...

Who is the petitioner in a probate case?

Jan 23, 2025 | The Basics

Who is the petitioner in a probate case?The Petitioner In a probate case, the petitioner is the...

Tactics of a lying and deceitful Trustee

Jan 6, 2024 | The Basics

Tactics of a lying and deceitful TrusteeLying Trustee TacticsA lying trustee can use various tactics to deceive beneficiaries, conceal their actions, or avoid accountability. Here are some common tactics: 1. **Misrepresentation**: Providing false information or...

What is a breach of fiduciary duty in probate?

Apr 11, 2023 | Legal Terminology, The Basics, Trustee

What is a breach of fiduciary duty in probate?Probate Fiduciary Duty A breach of fiduciary duty in probate occurs when an executor (or trustee) fails to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries or the estate, violating their fiduciary duty. This can include...

How to prepare for probate mediation

Apr 9, 2023 | The Basics

How to prepare for probate mediationProbate Mediation PreparationOkay, probate mediation is a fantastic way to resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively. But it requires preparation. Here's a breakdown of how to prepare for probate mediation, broken down into...

Trustee inducing consent of a Beneficiary

Jan 8, 2023 | Beneficiary, Legal Terminology, Trustee

How serious of a crime is it for a trustee to induce consent of a beneficiaryTrustee inducing consent of Beneficiary Inducing consent from a trust beneficiary by a trustee is a serious breach of fiduciary duty, potentially leading to civil penalties, but not typically...

How to push back effectively against an unfair or dishonest trustee

Nov 20, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

How to push back effectively against an unfair or dishonest trusteeStrategy for BeneficiaryAbsolutely—let’s break this down into two perspectives to help beneficiaries push back effectively against an unfair or dishonest trustee: 🧠 STRATEGIC & ADVOCACY PERSPECTIVE...

Why are Beneficiaries at a disadvantage versus Trustees in a probate case?

Oct 20, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

Why are Beneficiaries at a disadvantage versus Trustees in a probate case?Beneficiary Disadvantage in ProbateBeneficiaries can be at a disadvantage compared to trustees in probate or trust litigation for several reasons, even though the law is technically on their...