Estate, Trust and Guardianship Litigation

From offices in Rock Island, Philip E. Koenig brings experienced and compassionate counsel to individuals involved in estate administration or litigation. With 35 years in practice, he has a comprehensive understanding of the law governing estate and trust administration. He offers compassionate and thorough counsel on all matters relating to wills and trusts, including tax issues, property issues and litigated issues.

Contact Mr. Koenig at 309-644-4612 to schedule an appointment.

Rock Island Estate Administration Attorney

Mr. Koenig works with executors, administrators and personal representatives to complete the steps necessary to administer the estate of a loved one. He prepares all required documents and is your advocate in all hearings or court proceedings related to the process. He will:

• Prepare an inventory of the assets of the estate
• Obtain valuations of property, if necessary
• Pay all final debts and taxes related to the estate
• Oversee the distribution of all assets

He develops strategies to minimize the tax burden on the estate and to facilitate the distribution of assets for the benefit of special-needs recipients.

Illinois Will Contest Lawyer

Mr. Koening represents parties in disputes that arise during the estate administration process, including:

• Will contests. Mr. Koenig handles litigation involving the validity of a will. Parties may allege that the deceased was not of sound mind when the will was executed, that there was coercion or undue influence, or that the terms of the will are unclear.
• Allegations of breach of a fiduciary duty. Heirs or others may allege that the executor or administrator did not meet his or her duty with regard to the estate. This can include allegations of self-interest or self-dealing, or allegations of negligence.
• Recovery of estate property
• Resolution of controversies rising from interpretation of estate documents, including the possible modification or termination of trusts

When you hire Mr. Koenig to resolve an estate dispute, he will carefully review all the facts and circumstances of your case and identify ways to resolve the dispute that will avoid protracted litigation. The benefit of a court ruling can easily be offset by the costs of litigation. Mr. Koenig will assist you in making decisions that will benefit you.

Contact Philip E. Koenig, Attorney at Law

For a private meeting with an experienced Illinois wills and trusts lawyer, contact Phillip E. Koenig at 309-644-4612. His office is open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Appointments at other times can be arranged.

Philip E. Koenig, Attorney at Law
1515 Fourth Avenue, Suite 201
Rock Island, IL 61201
Phone: 309-644-4612
Fax: 309-788-0756
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