We Understand Your Grief

For over 20 years, Howard Soypher and Lisa Fishberg have represented clients in litigation involving trusts and estates throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. When families face disputes over inheritances, trust distributions, or estate administration, we provide experienced legal counsel during these emotionally challenging times. Our comprehensive approach to trusts and estates litigation ensures that your rights are protected while maintaining the dignity and respect that these sensitive matters deserve.

Estate disputes frequently arise from questions about document validity, disagreements over asset distribution, or concerns about fiduciary conduct. These cases require attorneys who understand the intricate legal landscape and are familiar with family dynamics. We represent trustees defending against claims by trust beneficiaries, as well as beneficiaries who have not received the distributions they are entitled to. 

We also represent clients seeking to recover funds from individuals who have improperly enriched themselves while serving as a trustee or under a power of attorney. These fiduciary breaches can devastate family wealth and strain relationships, making swift legal action necessary. We have successfully filed claims against trustees, executors, and agents who have breached their duties, helping families recover substantial assets that were wrongfully taken or mismanaged.

Additional Areas of Expertise

Our firm also offers experience in the following areas of litigation:

• Proceedings
• Challenging or defending the validity of a last will and testament
• Guardianships
• Declaratory actions concerning the interpretation and enforcement of trusts and similar documents.

We bring the same level of dedication and expertise to each case, regardless of the size of the estate or trust or its complexity.

Compassionate Representation When You Need It Most

Like other family law matters, we understand that this type of litigation requires particular sensitivity and may be emotionally challenging for our clients, as the opponent is often a relative, such as a sibling or another family member, or a close family friend.

We recognize that each family situation is unique, with its own history, relationships, and concerns. When you work with WSM, our approach involves listening carefully to grasp both the legal issues and the family dynamics at play that have led to this dispute. This thorough understanding of your situation enables us to develop strategies that safeguard your interests while preserving the relationships that are important to you.

Contact Us

If you are navigating an issue related to an estate or trust and need legal assistance, you don’t need to go through it alone. Our team at WSM is here to support you through this difficult time. Contact us at 301-298-8401 to get started.