"There is always a loose end." "Everybody has a secret they don't want you to find. Find it!" Rankin Fitch (by Gene Hackman), Runaway Jury. Oddly ... Read More
PROBATE LITIGATION
Holding Trustees Accountable in Arizona: Understanding Trust Surcharge Laws
Trustees have a legal and ethical obligation to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries they serve. But what happens when a trustee breaches ... Read More
Guardianship: The Erosion of Disability Protections and the Duty to Safeguard Disabled Adults
Guardianship plays a crucial role in protecting disabled adults, yet as disability protections erode, guardians face increasing challenges in ensuring ... Read More
2025 AFA Spring Conference
Join Kent Berk at the Arizona Fiduciaries Association's Annual Spring Conference, where Kent will be speaking alongside the Honorable David Gass, ... Read More
A Cautionary Tale: The Estate of Rivenburg
The Estate of Rivenburg case, though decided in Oklahoma, offers a nuanced illustration of how courts analyze fraud and undue influence, providing ... Read More
Understanding the Difference Between Fraud and Undue Influence in Estate Planning: An Arizona Perspective
When someone signs estate planning documents like a will or trust, it is crucial that they do so voluntarily and with a clear understanding of the ... Read More
