Lake Nona Trust Litigation Attorneys

Protecting Your Assets & Legal Rights During Trust Disputes

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  • Highly Rated & Accredited
  • Over Forty Years of Combined Experience
  • Strong Litigation Record

Experienced Trust Litigators Fighting for You

Our licensed Lake Nona trust litigation attorneys work together with clients to assess their circumstances, develop personalized legal solutions, and achieve the best possible outcomes. We offer several trust litigation services under one roof, including investigation, evidence gathering, negotiations, and courtroom advocacy to protect your rights and best interests during the litigation process.

Attorney James M. Flick has handled estate planning, business planning, asset protection planning, probate administration, trust administration, and guardianship administration cases for thousands of clients since 2011.

What Is Trust Litigation?

Trust litigation refers to legal disputes involving trusts, which are legal arrangements designed to protect and distribute assets to beneficiaries. When conflicts arise, trust litigation helps resolve issues related to trust administration, interpretation, and breaches of fiduciary duty.

The process typically involves filing a lawsuit, gathering evidence, and presenting arguments in court. Courts aim to ensure fairness and uphold the intentions of the trust’s creator. Trust litigation may involve mediation or negotiation to settle, but a trial can determine the outcome and resolution of the dispute.

Experienced Lake Nona Trust Litigation Attorneys

Disputes over a trust can be deeply emotional and financially complex. Our Lake Nona trust litigation attorneys represent beneficiaries, trustees, and families in resolving conflicts involving trust administration, asset distribution, and fiduciary misconduct. With a thorough understanding of Florida trust laws, we work to protect your rights, preserve family relationships, and reach fair resolutions — whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Protecting the Rights of Both Beneficiaries & Trustees

Trust disputes often arise from questions of fairness, transparency, or breach of fiduciary duty. Walker Flick helps beneficiaries make sure that trustees are acting in good faith and within the law while also defending trustees accused of mismanagement or wrongdoing. Our main goal is to clarify any obligations, enforce accountability, and restore trust in the process.

Skilled Courtroom Representation in Complex Trust Disputes

Trust litigation usually involves conflicting interpretations of trust documents, improper asset handling, or contested amendments. Our litigation lawyers can analyze the trust’s language, intent, and accounting records to uncover the truth and advocate for your best interests.

Common Reasons for Trust Litigation in Lake Nona, FL

Trust conflicts can develop from a variety of circumstances—some intentional, others accidental. Understanding what causes disputes can help prevent costly legal battles and identify when professional intervention is necessary.

Breaches of Fiduciary Duty

A trustee has a legal obligation to manage trust assets prudently and act in the beneficiaries’ best interests. If a trustee acts negligently, self-deals, or withholds information, beneficiaries may seek legal remedies to recover losses or replace the trustee.

Undue Influence or Lack of Capacity

Trust disputes often arise when there’s suspicion that the person who created the trust (the settlor) was pressured or mentally unfit when making changes. We investigate medical records, witness statements, and financial activity to determine if the trust reflects the true intent of the creator.

Mismanagement or Misappropriation of Assets

When trust funds or property are mishandled, the financial impact can be devastating. Our local trust litigation attorneys pursue legal action to trace missing assets, compel accountings, and hold responsible parties accountable.

Wrongful Disinheritance Representation

Wrongful disinheritance representation involves legal assistance and advocacy for individuals who believe they have been wrongfully excluded from a will or trust. Attorneys specializing in this area work to protect the rights of individuals who believe they are entitled to inherit assets, challenging the validity of disinheritance, and seeking fair and just outcomes through litigation or negotiation.

Trust Contests

Contesting allows beneficiaries or other parties to dispute the validity of a trust, usually due to lack of capacity, undue influence, fraud, duress, or improper execution. The contest aims to safeguard the settlor’s true intentions and ensure the just distribution of assets.

Tortious Interference With a Testamentary Expectancy

Tortious interference with testamentary expectancy refers to a legal claim filed when someone intentionally disrupts or interferes with another person’s anticipated inheritance. Attorneys specializing in this area represent individuals who believe their rightful inheritance has been wrongfully interfered with, seeking to hold the responsible party accountable and seeking appropriate legal remedies.

Why Choose Us as Your Lake Nona Trust Litigation Attorneys?

Our law firm is dedicated to helping families navigate sensitive trust disputes with professionalism, compassion, and precision. We understand that these cases involve not just legal complexities but also emotional and familial challenges.

  • Local Experience & Knowledge of Florida Trust Laws – As locally-based trust litigation attorneys, our firm is familiar with the local courts, judges, and community standards — giving our clients a distinct advantage in litigation.
  • Personalized Legal Strategies for Every Case – No two trust disputes are alike. We tailor our approach to your goals, the trust’s details, and the family dynamics involved.
  • Dedicated to Protecting Your Financial & Emotional Interests – Our firm prioritizes results, but we also focus on guiding clients through the emotional challenges of litigation with compassion and clarity.

How Our Local Trust Litigation Attorneys Can Help

Our team combines litigation experience with a deep understanding of estate and probate law to provide clear guidance and strategic representation. We aim to resolve disputes efficiently while minimizing emotional and financial strain.

Strategic Negotiation & Mediation Before Trial

We always pursue resolution outside of court when possible. Through negotiation or mediation, we can often achieve fair settlements while preserving family relationships and reducing legal costs.

Aggressive Advocacy in Court When Needed

When litigation becomes necessary, our attorneys build strong, evidence-based cases. We represent clients in probate courts across Central Florida, advocating for just outcomes and long-term peace of mind.

Consult With a Lake Nona Trust Litigation Lawyer

Hiring a licensed trust litigation attorney helps make sure that any trust-related disputes are handled properly. We bring an in-depth understanding of trust laws, strong negotiation skills, and meticulous preparation. Our lawyers are experienced in all aspects of trust litigation and can effectively represent you in cases involving breach of fiduciary duty, trust mismanagement, or beneficiary disputes in Orange County, Florida.

Client Success Stories

Discover why clients trust and recommend our legal services.

Charles “Chad” Walker has served Gibbs & Register, Inc. for the past ten years as our de facto general counsel. Chad has demonstrated both a broad knowledge of general legal matters and has been exceptional when it comes to construction law. His knowledge of both the law and the specifics of each issue he has advised us on has been well researched and his proposed strategies have been successful.

John Rodriguez

Gibbs & Register, Inc.

Amazing Just Amazing. The James and his team were fabulous. I want to thank everyone for helping me through this probate process. Every question I had you guys always answer and I am really thankful. The different modes of communication was wonderful especially for me that has a busy schedule. I would definitely recommend to anyone they are great at what they do.

Marlene B.

Working with James and his team has been great. They are a hardworking group that cares about their clients. I highly recommend.

Spencer Gledhill

I had a great experience and would definitely use them again for any estate planning needs. Thanks guys!

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  • Over Forty Years of Experience
  • Strong Litigation Record
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Charles (Chad) R. Walker, Jr.

Charles (Chad) R. Walker, Jr.

James M. Flick

James M. Flick

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Christian Bonta