In Re Estate of Nicholas N. Sonovick. Appeal of Norma Renfors

Summary

The court affirmed the reduction of the executrix's and trustee's fees, and her attorney's fees, from $8,000 to $3,000. Because the governing trust contained no compensation provision, the trial court properly evaluated whether the claimed compensation was reasonable and just. The fiduciary and attorney failed to substantiate the services performed or explain how the fees were calculated, and the accountings supported the reduction.