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Disputes Over a Trust? We're Ready to Step In
From contested terms to breaches of duty, we help resolve trust conflicts with focus and precision. Our experienced attorneys deliver efficient, customized solutions.
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Boulder Trust Litigation Attorney

Protecting Your Rights in Trust Disputes

Key Takeaway

When conflicts arise over a trust—whether it’s about interpretation, mismanagement, or beneficiary rights—we step in to help resolve disputes efficiently and effectively. Trust litigation requires clear strategy and strong representation, and that’s what we bring to the table.

Get Experience on Your Side! Call Our Estate Planning Firm

Are you a beneficiary who has reason to believe that the trustee is not acting responsibly? Or, are you a trustee who is being accused of mismanaging a trust? At Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC, we have in-depth knowledge of trusts and estates, and are familiar with all of the subtle nuances and legalities involved in managing a trust.

Whether you are a trustee or a beneficiary in need of legal representation, we have the knowledge, tools, and experience to protect your best interests. We understand both sides of the trust process, and regardless of which side you are on, having a Boulder estate planning lawyer by your side will be critical to achieving a satisfactory resolution in your dispute.

Our lead attorney, David Rich, is a member of the Colorado Bar Association, Trust & Estates Section, he has an Excellent client rating on Martindale-Hubbell®, and an Excellent rating on Avvo. For unrelenting, zealous legal advocacy, look no further than Attorney David Rich.

To learn more about our firm, read our Client Testimonials page!

A Trustee’s Fiduciary Duty

A fiduciary duty is the legal duty to act solely in another party’s best interests. Trustees have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries and the estate. This means that trustees may not profit from their position, and they must avoid conflicts of interests between themselves and the beneficiaries. Unfortunately, there are scores of ways that a trustee may breach their duties.

Among the common breaches, include:

  • Engaging in self-dealing (e.g. conflict of interest or reaping extra profits)
  • Misappropriation of funds or trust property
  • Neglect or imprudence (e.g. failure to properly diversify ERISA plan investments, or improper reliance on professionals)
  • The failure to act in the beneficiary’s best interests
  • Omission as to a statement of fact
  • Providing inaccurate information
  • Failure to disclose
  • Refusal to loan or extend credit
  • Misuse of superior knowledge

Trustees are burdened with fiduciary obligations, and they can be held liable for any breach of their fiduciary duties. Generally, the “prudent person” standard is the traditional measure of trustee misconduct. If a trustee is found guilty, he or she may be held liable for harm done to the estate, and/or they may be removed from their position. In contrast, a wrongfully accused trustee may at the discretion of the court, recoup attorney’s fees and associated expenses.

Seek Quality Legal Advice & Representation Today

To learn more about trust litigation and how we can help protect your rights, contact Flatiron Legal Advisors, LL, to schedule a free 20-minute consultation with a seasoned attorney.

The Team Behind Your Case

Behind every successful case is a lawyer who knows how to get results. At Flatiron Legal Advisors, our team brings sharp legal insight and a practical approach to solving problems. We focus on what moves the needle—strong advocacy, smart strategy, and a commitment to getting the best possible outcome for you.

Dave Rich
Dave Rich
Founder and Attorney

Dave Rich is the founder and managing attorney of Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Mr. Rich has been practicing since 2008, in the areas of estate planning, divorce, real estate and probate law.

Michael Milazzo
Michael Milazzo
Chief Operating Officer and Attorney

Michael Milazzo is our Chief Operating Officer (COO) and an attorney at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Mr. Milazzo is a former Ranger qualified U.S. Army Paratrooper who keeps the day to day operations at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC running tightly and maintains the firm’s focus on providing exceptional client service.

Alexandra M. Archilla Rodriguez Bynum
Alexandra M. Archilla Rodriguez Bynum
Contract Attorney

Alexandra (“Alex”) M. Archilla Rodriguez Bynum is a Family Law and Criminal Law contract attorney at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Alex was born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She attended Washington University School of Law in St. Louis.

Bart Balis
Bart Balis
Contract Bankruptcy Attorney

Bart Balis is a contract bankruptcy attorney at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Bart has been practicing bankruptcy law for over thirty years. He represents both Debtors and Creditors, and files Chapter 7 liquidation cases, as well as Chapter 13 Plan cases for Debtors and Chapter 11 cases for business reorganizations.

Rachel Connor
Rachel Connor
Contract Family Law Attorney

Rachel Connor is a passionate contract family law attorney who zealously represents her clients throughout all stages of a case. Rachel is a skilled advocate and a compassionate representative able to skillfully navigate the emotionally charged issues that often arise within family law cases.

Andrea Corvin
Andrea Corvin
Contract Attorney

Andrea Corvin is an contract attorney at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC with extensive divorce and family law and criminal trial and litigation experience. Andrea attended the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law where she was awarded Excellence Awards in Advanced Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, and Estate Planning.

Hollis Ann Crawford
Hollis Ann Crawford
Contract Criminal Law and Traffic Attorney

Hollis Ann Crawford is an independent contract Criminal Law and Traffic Attorney at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Hollis was born and raised in the Denver area and graduated from the University of Colorado with a Bachelor’s Degree in philosophy.

Cheryl Dial
Cheryl Dial
Accounts Manager

Cheryl Dial is the accounts receivable and accounts payable manager at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Cheryl is a dedicated professional with a strong commitment to delivering top-tier bookkeeping services. She specializes in managing accounts receivable.

Christopher W. Fry
Christopher W. Fry
Contract Attorney

Christopher Wellington Fry is a contract attorney working on behalf of Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Mr. Fry has practical experience in resolving a wide variety of family law and divorce matters, as well as child support and debt collection.

Lee Gelman
Lee Gelman
Real Estate and Litigation Contract Attorney

Lee Gelman is a Real Estate and Litigation contract attorney at Flatiron Legal Advisors, LLC. Lee has been practicing law since 1989. He has a Geology degree with concentration in Civil Engineering from the University of Vermont and received his JD from Chicago-Kent College of Law in Chicago.

Dave Rich
Michael Milazzo
Alexandra M. Archilla Rodriguez Bynum
Bart Balis
Rachel Connor
Andrea Corvin
Hollis Ann Crawford
Cheryl Dial
Christopher W. Fry
Lee Gelman
Meet the team

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