SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Berk Law Group is proud to announce that Amanda Thomas has joined the firm as its new Director of Operations, a key addition as the ... Read More
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Staying Current in Arizona Probate Court: Practical Takeaways from the July 2026 Bench-Bar Meeting
Probate, guardianship, and conservatorship cases are governed by statutes and court rules, but effective representation also requires understanding ... Read More
A lawyer uncovers a surprise witness. Someone makes a dramatic confession on the stand. The judge immediately sees the truth and issues a ruling ... Read More
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When a Probate Court Locks Out a Surviving Parent: Nichols v. Slavicek and Why Rule 24 Still Matters in Conservatorship Disputes
Intervention issues don't arise often in Arizona probate Court. Nichols v. Slavicek, No. 1 CA-CV 25-0272 PB (Ariz. App. May 4, 2026) (mem. decision), ... Read More
Announcing the Berk Law Group AI Client Tipsheet: How to Use AI Safely When You’re in a Probate or Trust Dispute
AI is everywhere. And if you're involved in a probate, trust, or estate dispute, there's a good chance you've already wondered whether you should be ... Read More
Why the Court Can’t Rubber-Stamp a Guardian’s Decision: Lessons from Gouveia v. Gruler
On April 15, 2026, the Arizona Court of Appeals issued a published opinion in Gouveia v. Gruler, No. 1 CA-CV 25-0402 PB. This is an ... Read More
