Gaslowitz Frankel LLC

As the COVID-19 public health emergency continues to spread and create challenges for families and businesses alike, we wanted to share with you how Gaslowitz Frankel is addressing these challenges. Our top priorities remain the health and well-being of our employees, clients, families, friends, and colleagues, and our pledge to deliver exceptional and timely legal services. At this time, while our firm remains open for all business, in order to protect our employees, families, and guests, and to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, our lawyers and staff will be working remotely during normal business hours. We have implemented remote working capabilities that allow us to continue our work uninterrupted and unimpeded. As always, we can be reached at our office number and individual email addresses. If you receive our voicemail, please be assured we will receive your message and return your call promptly. We also understand that you are responding to current events, and that you may need us to alter how we work and communicate with you. As you respond to your own unique situations, please let us know how we can assist you to accommodate your changing communication needs. In the meantime, we wish you and those you hold dear health and safety during this difficult time.

Do you need to challenge a will or trust… but you don’t want to cause further conflict within your family? Your family is already grieving the loss of a loved one, so why stir the pot and make matters worse? Here’s something to consider: allowing a will or trust to be improperly administered not only dishonors the legacy of the person you’ve lost, but can also create deeper resentment as time goes on. Our team can help you find alternative ways to resolve the dispute, preventing injustice while minimizing family conflict. https://lnkd.in/gDKR-3u6

The word “fiduciary” comes from the Latin word “fiducia” which means “trust.” You trust that your inheritance will be protected and fairly passed down to you. You trust that your business partners will act in the best interest of your company. You trust that your investment advisor will take care of your money and make wise investment decisions in accordance with your best interests. As a fiduciary law firm, our work covers the fiduciary duties of those dealing with estates, businesses, and investments. As attorneys, we do love our Latin.

Have you discussed your will or trust with your children? Some people believe that it’s best to be transparent with your kids about your estate, while others argue that doing so may create conflict. Our attorneys believe that it’s usually best to be honest with your children about what’s in the will or trust, how assets are going to be distributed among the children, and why you have decided to distribute the assets in such a way. We’ve handled many estate and trust litigation cases that could have been avoided entirely had there been more candid communication? about the plans for the estate’s or trust’s assets. Hurt feelings and misunderstandings can escalate further down the road. You can prevent these by thoroughly communicating how you’ve set up your estate and/or trust and allowing your children to ask questions. https://lnkd.in/gfbuiCBX

We’re thrilled to announce that Gaslowitz Frankel has been honored in the 2025 Edition of Best Law Firms (Litigation - Trusts and Estates). Our inclusion in Best Law Firms 2025 reflects the dedication of our entire team of attorneys and management staff who work tirelessly to win justice for our clients and provide compassionate legal counsel in difficult times. Thank you to our peers and partners for nominating us, and to our clients for making our work so meaningful. https://lnkd.in/ghH8yUzk

All business partners have disputes. But how do you know that a dispute is serious enough to warrant mediation or litigation? Most of the business litigation cases that we manage involve: - Contract disputes - Negligence or intentionally undermining the success of a company - Conflicts over business dissolution, buy-outs, or transfer of ownership - Misappropriation of business assets Sometimes mediation is the best way to resolve a conflict, but in some cases it may be necessary to pursue litigation. Our team can provide legal counsel to help you determine the best path forward.

The best litigation attorneys have a powerful skill that’s often overlooked… Storytelling. In the words of our own LeAnne M. Gilbert: “I love finding strategic ways to tell my client’s story to the judge, and tell it well, so when we get into court for the first time, we already have an advantage.” Telling our clients’ stories is an essential part of the work we do at Gaslowitz Frankel, and we do our best to make sure their stories end happily. https://lnkd.in/gkYDxJxw

Do you call it “probate fraud” or “estate fraud?” Either way, it’s an unfortunate situation that does tremendous harm to beneficiaries and dishonors the legacy of their loved one. These tips provide guidance on what to do if you’re dealing with this problem. https://lnkd.in/g2UxSHXG

There’s a price to pay when a beneficiary or executor steals money or assets from an estate. Read our blog to learn more about what you can do to recover stolen or misappropriated assets, and how you can prevent it in the first place. https://lnkd.in/gfVfVk8F

A partnership can be a powerful tool for growing your business, but it can also put your enterprise at risk if you and your partner get embroiled in a dispute. Why do these disputes happen, and what can you do to avoid them and maintain a healthy working relationship with your business partner? https://lnkd.in/gKrXfd4F