Breach of Fiduciary Duty Lawyers

Fiduciary duty is entrusted to executors, financial professionals, trustees, and any one that is legally appointed as being responsible for handling or managing the money of others. Individuals in this role must perform their duties in strict adherence to the law, as well as the wishes of their beneficiaries or clients. Any actions that are taken without the express consent and approval of the beneficiary can warrant allegations of breach of fiduciary duty.

Accusations of breach of fiduciary duty are very serious matters that should be handled according to the law. Acts of this nature can occur for a number of reasons, one of them being negligence. In some cases however, breach of fiduciary duty is done intentionally for illegal gain.

Financial mismanagement comes with extensive consequences and punishment under the law and proving negligence in commercial and private business litigation cases requires the expertise of a lawyer specifically trained in this area of law.

At Chandler, Mathis, & Zivley, we handle cases involving breach of fiduciary duty including divorces, fraud, theft, will contests and more. To learn more about how we can assist you, contact us today.