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The finding of undue influence is heavily dependent on the facts of any given case.  In order to prove undue influence, the challenger must find and marshal the evidence that will convince the judge that the executor had...

Challenges to estate planning documents or other legal documents such as deeds or contracts are often based on the theory of “undue influence.”  This concept is perhaps widely misunderstood.  For example, there is...

It is not uncommon for an unmarried couple to reside together in a residence, but where the title on the deed is in only one name.  Because the couple is not married, the domestic relations laws in this state cannot be used...

Litigators, including probate litigators, litigate cases.  That’s what we do.  However, any good litigator will ensure that settlement discussions and mediation are part of any litigation strategy.  Litigation is time...

A recent statute, implemented in 2015, provides that an individual who seeks to have a guardian appointed over another may, under certain circumstances, recover any attorneys’ fees incurred through that process.  RSA...