Common Mistakes Estate Planning Attorneys Make

About this program
Join two experienced probate litigators for a discussion of potential pitfalls in the estate planning and administration process. Jessica Babrick and Andrew Smith will talk about various cases they have litigated that have arisen from mistakes in planning and administration, from improper documentation of meetings with clients to misallocation of assets. No estate planner wants their work to be the subject of litigation, and this presentation will provide tips to avoid that outcome.
This OnDemand CLE program earns 1 hour of General credit in California. It aired June 8, 2021 and features Jessica G. Babrick and Andrew G. Smith.
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