In this episode, host Michael Clear is joined by Matt Brown, a Litigation Partner at Wiggin and Dana, to explore the human side of probate litigation. Their conversation sheds light on the emotional challenges that often accompany major life events, such as the loss of a loved one. They emphasize the value of thorough preparation and maintaining composure in the courtroom, underscoring how honesty and clear communication can strengthen credibility. The discussion also examines the increasing role of mediation in resolving disputes outside of court and highlights the importance of proactive planning to reduce potential conflicts, while acknowledging that some disputes may be inevitable.

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Photo of Michael T. Clear Michael T. Clear

Michael is the Chair of our Private Client Services Department where he leads our group of over 30 lawyers and allied professionals.  As a Partner in the firm’s Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate…

Michael is the Chair of our Private Client Services Department where he leads our group of over 30 lawyers and allied professionals.  As a Partner in the firm’s Private Client Services Department, Michael regularly counsels clients on the far-reaching financial implications of estate planning, estate and trust administration, probate litigation, and business succession planning. Yet he is also a trained counselor with insight into the family dynamics these matters can effect. Known for his empathy and good humor, he helps clients take prudent action in the face of indecision, hopefully resolving contested issues before litigation. He is also a member of wiggin(x).

Photo of Matthew C. Brown Matthew C. Brown

Matthew is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department and Co-chair of the firm’s Manufacturing Industry Practice Group. He has extensive experience resolving manufacturing and supplier disputes through mediation, arbitration, and where necessary, trial.

Matthew has represented manufacturing clients in the aerospace…

Matthew is a Partner in Wiggin and Dana’s Litigation Department and Co-chair of the firm’s Manufacturing Industry Practice Group. He has extensive experience resolving manufacturing and supplier disputes through mediation, arbitration, and where necessary, trial.

Matthew has represented manufacturing clients in the aerospace, industrial, maritime, heavy chemicals, pharmaceutical, and agricultural industries. He has tried to verdict multimillion-dollar jury and courtside manufacturing claims. Among his successes, Matthew has secured injunctive relief before an arbitration panel of retired Court of Appeals Judges from the Second and Third Circuits and a Delaware Supreme Court Justice.