Trust and Estate Disputes

Parties involved in disputes concerning wills, trusts, fiduciaries and charitable gifts require sophisticated legal counsel who couple zealous advocacy with sensitivity to the complex emotional and personal implications for the individuals involved.

Faegre Baker Daniels recognizes the sensitive nature of trust and estate disputes, and we represent clients thoughtfully during contested probate or administration matters. Our team resolves disputes between family members, beneficiaries and fiduciaries, professional advisors and participants in charitable transactions. We are experienced in helping individuals handle will contests, disputed claims, accountings and other issues that may arise during the settlement of an estate or contested marital dissolution matters. We also represent corporate trustees and fiduciaries in both litigated and non-litigated matters regarding performance of fiduciary duties and compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements. 

Our outstanding reputation in estate litigation derives from our record of obtaining superior results for our clients, both in court and through negotiation and other methods of dispute resolution.

Estate Tax Litigation

Our team represents clients before courts and government agencies during estate tax litigation and disputes. Our professionals have advocated for clients before the Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Tax Court, U.S. District Courts and Court of Claims on the final determination of estate tax liabilities. As special tax counsel, we have represented estates and their executors in appeals before the Internal Revenue Service and state revenue departments to bring tax determination controversies to prompt resolution.