Hensley & Krueger, PLLC, a Houston probate litigation firm, recovered a six-figure inheritance for their client in a recent case after uncovering hidden trust assets that a trustee attempted to withhold.
“This victory illustrates just how important is to be persistent in probate litigation. Trustees cannot withhold assets and information without consequences, but not every attorney has the skillset to get justice in these cases. We do,” said Cory Krueger, managing partner of Hensley & Krueger, PLLC.
Case Summary at a Glance
Decedent: Mother of three, estate held in a trust.
Trustee: Daughter, who sold the family home but withheld her brother’s one-third share.
Misconduct: Refused repeated requests for a copy of the trust or full accounting.
Action Taken: Hensley & Krueger filed a motion to show cause, subpoenaed financial institutions and a real estate title company, and traced hidden accounts.
Result: Trustee paid client his rightful share of the home proceeds plus one-third of undisclosed financial accounts, a six-figure recovery.
Q&A: What clients need to know
Q: What was the key issue in the trust/probate case?
A: A trustee failed to make distributions in accordance with the trust, withholding both the proceeds from a home sale and financial accounts from her brother, a beneficiary.
Q: How did Hensley & Krueger resolve the case?
A: The firm forced disclosure of the trust, subpoenaed records, uncovered hidden assets, and secured a six-figure distribution for their client.
Q: What does this outcome mean for Texas families?
A: Beneficiaries have rights. If a trustee hides assets or refuses transparency, probate litigation can compel full disclosure and payment.
Q: Can probate litigation be handled on contingency?
A: Yes. Hensley & Krueger often takes will contests and trust disputes on contingency, so clients pay only if the case succeeds.
About Hensley & Krueger
Hensley & Krueger, PLLC is a Houston-based firm dedicated to probate litigation, will contests, fiduciary disputes, estate administration, and related real estate matters. Known for its courtroom strength and client-first approach, the firm is committed to protecting families and ensuring fair outcomes. To learn more, visit probatetexaslawyers.com.
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