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July 8, 2026 by Kent Berk

What Hollywood gets wrong about Arizona probate litigation: a movie clapperboard labeled Probate Court Drama beside scales of justice and Arizona probate law books.

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

https://berklawgroup.com/blog/surprise-witnesses-dramatic-confessions-and-other-probate-myths/

Filed Under: BLOG, Elder Law, Estate Litigation, Fiduciary Litigation, FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION, guardianship, LITIGATION, Probate, PROBATE LITIGATION

When a Probate Court Locks Out a Surviving Parent: Nichols v. Slavicek and Why Rule 24 Still Matters in Conservatorship Disputes

May 5, 2026 by Kent Berk

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

Filed Under: BLOG, conservatorship, Estate Litigation, Fiduciary Litigation, guardianship, PROBATE LITIGATION

Announcing the Berk Law Group AI Client Tipsheet: How to Use AI Safely When You’re in a Probate or Trust Dispute

April 21, 2026 by Kent Berk

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

Filed Under: BLOG, conservatorship, Estate Litigation, Fiduciary Litigation, guardianship, LITIGATION, PROBATE LITIGATION

Why the Court Can’t Rubber-Stamp a Guardian’s Decision: Lessons from Gouveia v. Gruler

April 19, 2026 by Kent Berk

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

Filed Under: BLOG, conservatorship, Fiduciary Litigation, guardianship, LITIGATION, PROBATE LITIGATION

Arizona Court Affirms Denial of Arbitration in Nursing Home Negligence Case

July 22, 2025 by Kent Berk

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What happens when a loved one is admitted to a nursing home, and a family member signs pages of admission paperwork—including a binding arbitration ... Read More

Filed Under: BLOG, Elder Law, guardianship, LITIGATION, PROBATE LITIGATION, Vulnerable Adults

Arizona Supreme Court Upholds Common Sense in Professional Fee Dispute

July 14, 2025 by Kent Berk

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Chalmers Decision Finally Clarifies Statutory Construction and Protects Access to Justice for Vulnerable Individuals If you’re an attorney or ... Read More

Filed Under: BLOG, conservatorship, Elder Law, Estate Litigation, Fiduciary Litigation, guardianship, Vulnerable Adults

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  • About
  • Services
    ▼
    • Probate, Trust & Estate Contests, Disputes & Litigation
    • Guardianships & Conservatorships
    • Financial Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults
    • Fiduciary Disputes & Litigation
  • Team
    ▼
    • Kent Berk
    • Daphne Reaume
    • Elizabeth Turnbull
    • Cassandra Kellogg
    • Baxter, Dog
    • Bear, Dog
    • Link, Dog
    • Sammy, Dog
  • Reviews
    ▼
    • Reviews
    • Video Testimonials
  • Videos
  • Resources
    ▼
    • Arizona Intestacy Calculator
    • Do I Need to Open Probate in Arizona?
    • Arizona Financial Exploitation Assessment
    • Arizona Guardianship & Conservatorship Assessment
    • Using AI Correctly in the
      Attorney-Client Relationship
    • AI Tools & Tips for Fiduciaries and Estate Planning Attorneys
    • FAQs
    • Blog
  • Careers
    ▼
    • Associate Attorney
    • Probate Litigation Paralegal
  • Contact
    ▼
    • Location