COURSE DESCRIPTION
When family relationships fracture, trust administration becomes a delicate balance between legal obligations and family dynamics that can determine the survival of multigenerational wealth. This program provides essential strategies for managing trust disputes while preserving family relationships and protecting beneficiary interests. Learn to navigate the emotional and legal complexities that arise when family conflicts intersect with fiduciary duties.
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Develop early intervention strategies to prevent minor family disagreements from escalating into litigation
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Master communication techniques that address family dynamics while maintaining fiduciary neutrality
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Understand when and how to involve family mediators, counselors, and other neutral professionals
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Structure trust provisions and administrative procedures that minimize future family conflict potential
Speaker:
Michael Kenny is counsel in the New York City office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial, probate, construction, and maritime litigation. He has represented clients in domestic and international arbitrations, including proceedings before the American Arbitration Association and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. His litigation and arbitration experience includes the preparation and trial of warranty claims and ship repair disputes.