The following publication will be used as seminar materials in the upcoming NBI Seminar: Estate Administration Procedures: Why Each Step is Important. Click here to access e-brochure: http://www.nbi-sems.com/Details.aspx/R-71827ER%7C?ctname=SPKEM Common Issues to be Prepared for in Litigation and Probate General advice for preventing contested issues: In my experience, I have found that the best way to avoid contested probate matters is by creating as much transparency as possible in the administration process. Share. Disclose. Communicate. Gain the trust of the beneficiaries and stay true to your word. I tend to exceed the statutory requirements for disclosing and communicating to beneficiaries for exactly that reason. The more you try to hide, the more suspicious the beneficiaries become, and the more difficult they will make ... [Continue Reading]