Estate & Trust Litigation Attorneys in Florida

Protecting Your Inheritance & Legacy in High-Stakes Disputes

At Martin Law Firm, we specialize in Estate and Trust Litigation, representing beneficiaries, trustees, personal representatives, and heirs in complex, high-net-worth disputes across Florida. With decades of experience handling highly contested estate battles, we fight to protect your inheritance, family wealth, and legacy in the face of breach of fiduciary duty, will contests, trust disputes, and probate litigation.

If you are involved in an estate or trust conflict, you need skilled trial attorneys who understand the nuances of Florida probate law and can aggressively defend your rights.


Why Choose Martin Law Firm for Estate & Trust Litigation?

High-Net-Worth Experience – We handle significant estate and trust disputes.
Aggressive Litigation Strategies – Protecting your financial interests with courtroom-tested legal tactics.
Comprehensive Knowledge of Florida Law – Navigating the complex probate system with precision.
Confidential & Discreet Representation – Preserving family legacies with sophisticated legal solutions.
Personalized Approach – Every case is unique; we craft custom legal strategies for each client.

We have successfully represented clients in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Sarasota, Tampa, and across Florida in some of the most contentious estate and trust battles.


Common Estate & Trust Litigation Disputes We Handle

1. Will Contests & Probate Litigation

A last will and testament is not always final. If you suspect fraud, undue influence, or lack of capacity, you can challenge a will in Florida probate court.

📌 Grounds for Contesting a Will in Florida:

  • Undue Influence – Was the deceased pressured or manipulated?
  • Lack of Capacity – Did they suffer from dementia, Alzheimer’s, or mental incapacity when signing?
  • Fraud or Forgery – Was the will altered or signed under false pretenses?
  • Improper Execution – Florida law has strict witness and signature requirements.

If you are a disinherited heir or believe a will does not reflect the true wishes of the deceased, we can fight to protect your inheritance.

2. Trust Disputes & Trustee Misconduct

Trusts are created to protect assets and distribute wealth according to a settlor’s wishes. However, disputes often arise when trustees fail their legal duties.

📌 Common Trust Litigation Cases:

  • Breach of Fiduciary Duty – If a trustee mismanages assets, self-deals, or fails to act in the beneficiaries’ best interests.
  • Trustee Removal – Seeking to remove a trustee due to mismanagement, fraud, or conflicts of interest.
  • Ambiguous or Vague Trust Terms – When language in a trust leads to conflicting interpretations.
  • Failure to Distribute Assets Properly – If a trustee delays or withholds rightful distributions.

If you suspect misconduct or financial abuse, our trust litigation attorneys can hold trustees accountable and recover damages.

3. Disputes Over Power of Attorney & Guardianship Abuse

If a financial guardian or power of attorney (POA) has taken advantage of an elderly or incapacitated family member, immediate legal action is necessary.

📌 Signs of Financial Exploitation:

  • Sudden changes in wills, trusts, or beneficiary designations.
  • Large financial transactions or missing assets.
  • Restricting access to elderly individuals.
  • Unexplained withdrawals or property transfers.

Our firm represents family members, heirs, and concerned loved ones in cases of elder financial abuse, undue influence, and guardianship disputes.

4. Beneficiary & Heir Disputes

High-net-worth families often experience disagreements over inheritance rights. Whether you are an heir seeking your rightful share or a personal representative defending an estate, we can help.

📌 Common Beneficiary Disputes Include:

  • Unequal distributions in blended families.
  • Disputes over non-probate assets (life insurance, retirement accounts, joint property).
  • Claims of fraud, undue influence, or coercion in estate planning.
  • Family business succession disputes.

Our attorneys have successfully represented clients in multi-million-dollar inheritance conflicts, ensuring fair asset distribution under Florida law.

5. Estate Accounting & Financial Investigations

Executors and trustees must provide accurate financial reports to beneficiaries. If you suspect missing assets, embezzlement, or financial mismanagement, we conduct thorough forensic audits and demand full transparency.

📌 What We Investigate:
Hidden assets or offshore accounts.
Undervalued estate properties.
Unauthorized transactions or conflicts of interest.
Failure to pay creditors or distribute assets correctly.

If you have concerns about estate mismanagement, our litigation team will pursue legal action to recover your rightful inheritance.


Estate & Trust Litigation in Florida: What You Need to Know

Florida law strictly regulates estate and trust disputes. Whether you are challenging a will, seeking trustee removal, or contesting improper asset transfers, you need a legal team that understands the probate courts, judges, and legal complexities.

Key Florida Estate & Trust Litigation Laws

Florida Probate Code (Chapters 731-735, Florida Statutes) – Governs will contests, probate administration, and fiduciary duties.
Florida Trust Code (Chapter 736, Florida Statutes) – Establishes legal standards for trustees, beneficiaries, and trust litigation.
Statute of Limitations – Beneficiaries generally have 4 years to file estate claims, but certain fraud cases allow extensions.
Homestead Protections – Florida law prevents forced sale of primary residences, leading to complex disputes over family homes.

If you are facing an estate or trust dispute, you must act quickly to protect your legal rights.


Schedule a Consultation with Florida’s Premier Estate & Trust Litigators

At Martin Law Firm, we understand that inheritance disputes are deeply personal. Our attorneys provide fierce advocacy, strategic legal representation, and discreet handling of high-profile estate cases.

If you need experienced Estate & Trust Litigation Attorneys in Florida, contact us today for a confidential consultation. Protect your inheritance, wealth, and family legacy with Florida’s leading estate litigation team.