Groundbreaking film director John Singleton earned a small fortune during his
career. With his sudden passing from stroke complications at the age of 51, it
appears there may be a family feud brewing over his estate.
TMZ reports the Oscar-nominated director left his $3.8 million estate to his oldest
daughter, Justice Singleton. The will was created in 1993 and not updated to reflect
the 6 children Singleton fathered since then.
It is possible that the 6 children born after the will was signed may have claims to
inherit because the will does not specifically state that Singleton intended to exclude
them. If that is the case, Singleton’s estate children can sue for their share of the
estate.
Singleton reportedly left assets valued at $35 million. It is possible that he placed
some of those assets in trust for all of his children, meaning that only assets that
passed under the will would be subject to challenge.
This complicated and confusing matter is an important lesson about why you should
have your estate in order at all times to avoid legal headaches for your surviving
loved ones.
The attorneys at Gaslowitz Frankel have more than 30 years of experience
navigating successful outcomes in will disputes without having to resort to
litigation. Our attorneys are among the most well-respected and experienced
fiduciary litigators in Georgia. If you are involved in a will dispute and need legal
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