After 10 successful years, Watson Bonander, LLC is closing its doors as of July 1, 2025.

Shaquille O’Neal, legendary NBA star and successful entrepreneur, was asked by one of his children, “Daddy, are we rich?” He responded, “We ain’t rich; I am rich.” If the child finished college, started a business and made a good pitch, Shaq said he might invest in it. Otherwise, the child should not expect anything.

Resolving estate and trust disputes is rarely simple as several different parties with conflicting interests are typically involved. When possible, trying to resolve these types of disputes outside of a courtroom can be advantageous for all involved.

What does Shakespeare’s celebrated play, “King Lear,” have to do with estate and trust litigation? In some cases, everything.