Inheritance at Risk?
With the estate continuing to generate income, any mismanagement or questionable disbursement—including to pay attorneys—could threaten Emani’s future security. Sam and Nipsey’s family have consistently acted as protectors of Emani’s financial and emotional well-being, a position echoed by the court’s initial guardianship ruling.
Probate and estate courts often emphasize that minors must be shielded from legal entanglements that could dilute their rightful inheritance. This principle is codified in Cal. Prob. Code § 1513, which mandates independent counsel to represent the child’s best interests in contested guardianship or estate matters.
So far, the court appears to be heeding that mandate. But until the judge rules on whether attorney Lewellyn’s fees may be deducted from Emani’s inheritance, this case remains in flux.
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