Estate, Probate & Trust Mediation

Prevention and settlement are always options.

Serving California clients with comprehensive trust and estate litigation and mediation services since 1991.

Coming to grips with the death of a loved one can be extremely stressful. If the deceased’s estate is not distributed in the manner expected, emotions brewing under the surface can easily erupt, and long-term relationships with other family members and friends of the deceased can be disrupted.

In the interest of maintaining those long-term relationships, and resolving the trust or estate dispute, mediation can be a good alternative to litigation. Mediation can avoid a long court battle that pits each side against the other. Mediation can also deal with the financial aspects of the estate, while giving the participants the opportunity to heal broken relationships.

The attorneys at Sacks, Glazier, Franklin & Lodise are trained in trust and estate mediation. Our specialization provides us with the ability to recognize common problems in this area and assist the parties in dealing with the issues, thereby allowing them to reach a mutually acceptable agreement. Our lawyers are skilled at discovering each party’s key interests and facilitating a positive outcome to these disputes in a neutral setting.

Mediation has several advantages over conventional litigation. Mediation provides confidentiality, more convenient scheduling of session times and places, and a neutral environment to discuss the issues. Mediation allows the parties to express their needs and interests and reach a mutually acceptable resolution, instead of one imposed by a court.

Contact one of the experienced trust and estate attorneys at Sacks, Glazier, Franklin & Lodise today to discuss how mediation can benefit you.