The specialized practice of fiduciary litigation requires aggressive advocacy and meticulous technical knowledge. For our referral partners, corporate fiduciaries, wealth managers, and estate planning attorneys, a litigator’s value rests on their validated expertise in contentious disputes. Gaslowitz Frankel is proud to announce that attorney LeAnne M. Gilbert has accepted the invitation to become a Fellow of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), a shining example of her expertise in these complex and high-stakes litigation areas.
ACTEC is the preeminent, peer-elected organization for trust and estate, as well as one of the largest professional organizations in the U.S. for estate planning, probate, trust, tax attorneys, and lawyers in other areas. This distinction is a direct acknowledgment of Ms. Gilbert’s expertise in fiduciary and commercial litigation, including multimillion-dollar claims, reinforcing the firm’s standing as an elite resource.
“To be elected a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel validates the intellectual rigor and dedication required to manage complex fiduciary and commercial claims effectively,” says LeAnne M. Gilbert. “This is peer recognition that our advocacy is grounded in the highest standards of substantive trust and estate law, an assurance that is paramount to the fiduciaries and business partners we represent. I’m unbelievably grateful, honored, and inspired to continue providing exceedingly excellent legal and litigation service.”
The ACTEC Mandate and Fiduciary Advocacy
The ACTEC Fellowship is a commitment to the continuous improvement and study of trust and estate law, directly benefiting the legal strategies employed by Gaslowitz Frankel.
Ms. Gilbert’s work, guiding clients from case analysis through trial, demands a deep command of the rules governing fiduciaries and commercial contracts, and by becoming a fellow of this prestigious group, she has joined the preeminent leaders in trust and estate law nationwide who have been recognized for outstanding contributions to trust and estate law.
This achievement represents the keen legal insight and skill Ms. Gilbert brings to our firm as a lawyer at the forefront of her profession.
The resources within ACTEC’s substantive committees are critical to maintaining a cutting-edge practice, especially the Fiduciary Litigation Committee, which focuses on the firm’s core areas, including will and trust contests, and fiduciary responsibility issues.
This fellowship underscores that Ms. Gilbert, whose career began with a focus on securities and products liability, operates with a comprehensive view of complex probate laws, processes, and financial liability, all of which are essential when dealing with allegations of breach of duty by corporate fiduciaries or disputes between business partners.
“When disputes arise concerning the construction, modification, or reformation of a trust or will, which are key areas of focus for the ACTEC Fiduciary Litigation Committee, the technical knowledge must be absolute,” observes Craig M. Frankel, a founding partner. “Ms. Gilbert’s recognition confirms her command of these intricate areas, which is essential for our collaborative approach in achieving both the financial and emotional objectives of our clients.”
This specialized knowledge is crucial for a litigator focused on achieving positive client results while attempting to keep relationships as intact as possible.
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“The ACTEC Fellowship represents the highest peer validation that Ms. Gilbert, and indeed our entire firm, possesses the expert legal advice and perspective required to guide clients through these challenging days,” states Adam R. Gaslowitz, a founding partner.
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Partnership in Complex Fiduciary and Commercial Disputes
The strength of Gaslowitz Frankel lies in its ability to provide specialized fiduciary litigation support to professionals who refer complex, high-stakes disputes. This newly announced Fellowship enhances the firm’s value proposition. Ms. Gilbert’s expertise in commercial litigation is especially relevant in disputes where corporate assets are intertwined with estate property, requiring the navigation of complex valuations and breach of duty allegations.
“Ms. Gilbert’s election to ACTEC confirms that she is one of the most capable attorneys in the profession for identifying and resolving the most intricate fiduciary claims, providing our clients and their referring counsel with unparalleled confidence. While this is certainly a true milestone in her career and we are proudly celebrating her today, we are excited to see her continue to grow and reach her next milestone. This is just the beginning for an attorney of her caliber,” says Frankel.
The election signals that Ms. Gilbert’s approach is highly respected. We encourage you to get to know more about the inimitable Ms. Gilbert as we celebrate her. For trusted estate law and fiduciary legal guidance, consult with the attorneys of Gaslowitz Frankel.
