Managing Family Conflict in Estate Planning

THE 60-MINUTE LAWYER

Estate planning is a uniquely rewarding practice because we have the privilege of working with individuals and families of varied shapes and sizes. Most family dynamics, however, encompass some level of conflict, which frequently surfaces in the estate planning process. Learning how to identify this conflict when it exists-and astutely navigating the choppy interpersonal waters that can be churned up as a family works with you-is essential to being an effective planner.

Hear from two experienced estate planners as they explain the significance and impact of family discord in estate planning, discuss some of the more common ways conflict appears in their clients' families, and share effective tools for successfully providing counsel in the context of family discord. This one-hour webcast concludes with real-world examples and a Q&A.