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The Life Insurance Interpleader Guide

Jason Turchin, Esq.

A life insurance interpleader lawsuit can turn what looked like a straightforward death benefit claim into a contested court case. Instead of paying the policy proceeds to one beneficiary, the insurance company may ask a judge to decide who should receive the money.

This can happen when two or more people claim the same life insurance benefit, when a beneficiary designation is challenged, when divorce creates competing claims, when someone questions the insured’s mental capacity, when undue influence or forgery is alleged, or when a beneficiary may be disqualified under a law such as Florida’s Slayer Statute.

For the people involved, the process can be confusing. You may receive a lawsuit even though you believe you are clearly listed as the beneficiary. You may discover that hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars have been deposited into a court registry. You may also find yourself litigating against another family member instead of the insurance company.

Our guide explains how life insurance interpleader lawsuits can work, why insurers file them, what happens to the death benefit, how beneficiaries may pursue competing claims, and what issues can arise in Florida state and federal courts.

The attorneys at Jason Turchin, Esq. handle life insurance interpleader actions, beneficiary disputes, and other life insurance claims and disputes. If you are involved in an interpleader lawsuit, call 800-337-7755 or chat with our live agents to discuss your potential claim.

What Is a Life Insurance Interpleader Lawsuit?

Interpleader is a legal procedure that may allow a person or company holding money claimed by multiple parties to ask a court to determine who should receive it.

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In a life insurance case, the insurance company is usually the stakeholder. The stakeholder generally does not claim that it owns the death benefit. Instead, it may contend that multiple people have made competing claims and that paying one claimant could expose the company to another lawsuit.

Rather than choosing a beneficiary itself, the insurer may file an interpleader complaint and name the competing claimants as defendants. The insurer may ask the court to permit it to deposit the policy proceeds into the court registry and later discharge it from additional liability relating to those proceeds.

After that, the central dispute may shift away from the insurance company. The competing beneficiaries may have to establish which person has the stronger legal claim to the money.

Why Do Life Insurance Companies File Interpleader Lawsuits?

A life insurance company may face significant risk when more than one person claims the same policy proceeds. If it pays Claimant A and Claimant B later establishes that the money should have been paid to them, the insurer could potentially face another lawsuit involving the same death benefit.

Interpleader may allow the insurer to avoid making a difficult beneficiary determination itself and instead ask a court to resolve the dispute.

Common reasons an insurer may consider filing interpleader include:

  • Two or more people submit claims to the same death benefit.
  • There are conflicting beneficiary designation forms.
  • A beneficiary designation was changed shortly before death.
  • A family member alleges that the insured lacked mental capacity.
  • Someone claims that another beneficiary exerted undue influence.
  • A beneficiary designation is alleged to be forged.
  • A power of attorney was involved in changing the beneficiary.
  • A former spouse remains listed after divorce.
  • A current spouse and former spouse both claim the proceeds.
  • A divorce judgment or settlement agreement may affect beneficiary rights.
  • The named beneficiary died before the insured.
  • An estate and an individual beneficiary assert competing claims.
  • An employer-sponsored policy may be governed by ERISA.
  • A beneficiary is accused of intentionally causing the insured’s death.
  • There is uncertainty about contingent beneficiaries.

The fact that an insurer files interpleader does not necessarily mean each claimant has an equally strong case. The insurer may simply believe that the dispute creates enough legal uncertainty that a court should decide who gets paid.

What Does It Mean If You Are Named as a Defendant?

Being named as a defendant in an interpleader lawsuit does not necessarily mean the insurance company is accusing you of wrongdoing.

You may be listed as a defendant because you claim an interest in the same money claimed by another person. The insurer may be asking the court to bring all potential claimants into one proceeding so their rights can be resolved together.

This distinction can be important. A beneficiary may receive a summons and complaint and assume the insurer has denied the claim. In an interpleader, the insurer may instead be acknowledging that the policy proceeds should be paid while refusing to decide who should receive them.

What Happens to the Life Insurance Money?

One of the most common questions is where the death benefit goes while the case is pending.

The insurance company may ask the court to accept the disputed proceeds into the court registry. If the request is granted, the money may remain under the court’s control while the beneficiary dispute is resolved.

For example, suppose a $1.5 million life insurance policy is disputed by two beneficiaries. The insurer may seek permission to deposit the $1.5 million with the court rather than pay either claimant. The claimants may then litigate over who should ultimately receive the money.

The deposit itself generally does not determine who wins. It can simply move the money out of the insurer’s hands and into the court’s control.

Can the Life Insurance Company Leave the Lawsuit?

Potentially. After depositing the policy proceeds, an insurer may ask the court to discharge it from further liability related to the competing claims and dismiss it from the case.

If the court grants that relief, the insurer may play little or no further role in deciding which claimant receives the money. The remaining parties may then litigate directly against each other.

This is why beneficiaries should not assume that continuing to argue their position to the insurance adjuster will necessarily resolve the problem after interpleader has been filed. Once the dispute reaches court, the focus may shift to pleadings, evidence, discovery, motions, settlement, and potentially trial.

Federal Rule Interpleader and Statutory Interpleader

Federal interpleader cases may proceed through different procedural paths. Two frequently discussed forms are Rule interpleader under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 22 and statutory interpleader under federal law.

Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 22 provides a procedural mechanism for interpleader when the federal court otherwise has subject-matter jurisdiction. Federal statutory interpleader is governed in part by 28 U.S.C. § 1335.

Under the text of 28 U.S.C. § 1335, federal district courts can have original jurisdiction over qualifying interpleader actions involving money or property valued at $500 or more when the statute’s requirements are satisfied, including diversity between two or more adverse claimants and deposit of the disputed fund or an appropriate bond. The official current text of 28 U.S.C. § 1335 is available through the U.S. House Office of the Law Revision Counsel. Note that this is just for general information, as laws change so it is important to speak with an interpleader lawyer about the current law and your rights.

Additional federal statutes can address venue, process, and other aspects of statutory interpleader. Because jurisdiction can be technical, whether a particular case qualifies for federal interpleader should be evaluated based on the actual parties, policy, amount at issue, and procedural history.

Can a Life Insurance Interpleader Be Filed in Florida State Court?

Yes. Life insurance interpleader disputes may also be filed in Florida state court when jurisdiction and venue are proper. Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.240 addresses interpleader procedure in Florida civil cases.

A Florida state court case may involve the same basic concept as a federal interpleader: a stakeholder faces competing claims to the same money and asks the court to determine entitlement.

The procedural rules, deadlines, electronic filing systems, discovery procedures, and local practices can differ from federal court. A claimant should therefore identify the court immediately after being served.

Can a Florida Interpleader Case Be Removed to Federal Court?

Potentially. A case that begins in Florida state court may sometimes be removed to federal court if federal subject-matter jurisdiction exists and the statutory requirements for removal are satisfied.

This can create an important procedural transition. A defendant could initially receive a complaint filed in a Florida circuit court and later receive notice that the case has been removed to the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Middle District of Florida, or another federal district.

Removal can affect which procedural rules govern the case and may affect deadlines. Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 81 contains provisions addressing removed actions, including timing for responsive pleadings after removal.

This is one reason counsel familiar with both Florida state and federal court procedure can be useful in interpleader litigation.

How Long Do You Have to Respond to an Interpleader?

The response deadline depends on the court and procedural circumstances.

In many Florida state court civil actions, Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.140 generally provides a 20-day period after service of original process and the initial pleading for a defendant to serve an answer, subject to applicable exceptions, motions, court orders, and other procedural circumstances.

In federal court, Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 12(a) generally provides 21 days after service of the summons and complaint for many defendants to serve an answer, although different deadlines can apply.

The federal judiciary publishes the current Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

If a case is removed from state court to federal court, Rule 81 may affect the response deadline. A claimant should not assume that removal automatically creates a brand-new 21-day period.

Our related article explains how long you may have to respond to an interpleader lawsuit in Florida.

What Happens If You Do Not Respond?

Ignoring an interpleader lawsuit can create significant risk. A claimant who fails to plead or otherwise defend may face default proceedings.

That can be particularly serious because the lawsuit may concern money you believe should be paid to you. Being listed as the beneficiary on a policy does not necessarily protect your interests if another claimant is actively challenging the designation and you do not participate in the litigation.

Imagine that two people claim a $600,000 policy. One claimant responds to the lawsuit, participates in discovery, and asks the court for the proceeds. The other claimant does nothing. The second person should not assume the court will automatically preserve their claim simply because their name appears somewhere in the policy records.

If you believe a deadline has already been missed, consider having the docket reviewed promptly. Available options can depend on whether a default has been entered, whether a judgment has been entered, why the deadline was missed, and other circumstances.

What Is a Competing Beneficiary Dispute?

A competing beneficiary dispute occurs when two or more people assert rights to the same life insurance proceeds.

Sometimes the dispute is based on two different beneficiary forms. In other cases, everyone agrees which form is the most recent but someone challenges whether that designation should be legally recognized.

Potential legal and factual issues can include capacity, undue influence, forgery, fraud, divorce, federal benefits law, powers of attorney, contractual obligations, and Slayer Statute claims.

You can learn more from our page on competing life insurance claimants.

What If the Beneficiary Was Changed Shortly Before Death?

A beneficiary change made shortly before an insured’s death can be a major source of litigation. The timing alone does not necessarily invalidate the change, but the surrounding circumstances may become important.

Consider a policy that named three children equally for 15 years. One month before the insured dies, a new form names a caregiver as the sole beneficiary. The children may question whether the insured understood the transaction or whether the caregiver improperly influenced the decision.

Potential evidence could include:

  • Current and prior beneficiary forms
  • Medical records
  • Emails and text messages
  • Insurance company call recordings
  • Electronic account records
  • Witness testimony
  • Estate planning documents
  • Financial records
  • Evidence concerning who prepared or submitted the change
  • Information about the insured’s mental condition

A named beneficiary defending the change may have evidence showing that the insured acted independently and deliberately. Each side may need to develop evidence supporting its position.

Mental Capacity and Life Insurance Beneficiary Changes

A beneficiary may be challenged on the theory that the insured lacked sufficient mental capacity when the designation was made.

These cases can involve dementia, cognitive decline, serious illness, hospitalization, medications, neurological conditions, or other circumstances allegedly affecting the insured’s decision-making ability.

A diagnosis alone may not answer whether the insured had sufficient capacity at the relevant time. The facts surrounding the actual beneficiary change may be important, including what the insured understood, what instructions were given, and what witnesses observed.

Undue Influence in Life Insurance Interpleader Cases

Another claimant may allege that the named beneficiary improperly pressured or manipulated the insured into changing the policy.

Questions may arise when the new beneficiary controlled access to the insured, was heavily involved in the insured’s finances, participated in the beneficiary-change process, or received a substantial benefit from an abrupt change to a long-standing plan.

That does not mean an unusual or unexpected beneficiary designation is automatically invalid. The facts and applicable legal standards matter. A beneficiary may have strong evidence showing that the insured intentionally wanted the change.

Forgery and Fraudulent Beneficiary Changes

Some interpleader disputes involve a direct allegation that the insured never authorized the beneficiary change at all.

A claimant might allege that a paper signature was forged, that someone accessed an online insurance account without authorization, or that documents were submitted to the insurer fraudulently.

Evidence can include signature comparisons, insurer records, account logs, emails, recorded calls, electronic confirmations, IP information where available, witness testimony, and other records showing how the transaction occurred.

Can a Power of Attorney Change a Life Insurance Beneficiary?

Power of attorney issues can create another category of interpleader disputes. Whether an agent had authority to change or participate in changing a beneficiary can depend on the power of attorney, applicable law, and the specific transaction.

The issue can become especially contentious if the person acting under the power of attorney changes the policy in a way that benefits themselves.

Potential questions may include whether the document specifically authorized the action, whether the agent exceeded their authority, whether fiduciary obligations were violated, and whether the insured independently approved the change.

Life Insurance Interpleader After Divorce

Divorce is another common source of beneficiary disputes. A former spouse may still be listed on the policy, while a current spouse, child, estate, or other claimant argues that the divorce affected the former spouse’s rights.

Florida Statutes § 732.703 contains a revocation-upon-divorce framework affecting certain assets payable at death, subject to its terms and exceptions. The statute explains that certain pre-divorce designations for a former spouse may be treated as void after judicial dissolution.

However, former spouse disputes should not be reduced to a single rule. A post-divorce redesignation, divorce judgment, settlement agreement, federal benefit plan, remarriage, or other circumstance could change the analysis.

Our website provides additional information on former spouse life insurance claims and life insurance claims after divorce.

ERISA Life Insurance Interpleader Cases

Employer-sponsored life insurance policies can create additional complexity because some plans may be governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, commonly called ERISA.

Federal law can affect beneficiary determinations, plan administration, preemption, divorce-related claims, and the importance of plan documents. As a result, an argument that may apply to an individually purchased Florida life insurance policy may not necessarily produce the same result for an ERISA-governed policy.

Our firm handles ERISA life insurance claims. LifeClaims.com also provides a guide to ERISA life insurance and benefit disputes.

Florida Slayer Statute and Interpleader Lawsuits

One of the most serious life insurance disputes can arise when the named beneficiary is accused of unlawfully and intentionally causing the insured’s death.

Florida Statutes § 732.802 addresses situations in which a person unlawfully and intentionally kills or participates in procuring the death of another. The statute also contains provisions specifically addressing life insurance and other death benefits.

A Slayer Statute dispute can lead directly to interpleader because the insurer may not want to decide whether the named beneficiary should be disqualified.

If the primary beneficiary cannot receive the proceeds, contingent beneficiaries, an estate, or other claimants may assert rights to the money.

Learn more on our Florida Slayer Statute life insurance page.

Does There Need to Be a Murder Conviction?

Not necessarily. Florida’s statute contains provisions addressing both final judgments of conviction and circumstances where there has not been a qualifying conviction. Civil proceedings can involve different standards from criminal cases.

This can surprise families. A criminal case and a civil life insurance beneficiary dispute are not always identical proceedings. Whether a beneficiary may receive the proceeds can require a separate analysis under the applicable statute and evidence.

What If the Named Beneficiary Died Before the Insured?

A predeceased beneficiary can create another question about where the death benefit should go. The policy may name a contingent beneficiary or establish a default payment structure.

If no surviving beneficiary qualifies, the insured’s estate may potentially become involved depending on the policy terms and applicable law.

Our site includes additional information concerning a Florida life insurance policy involving an estate.

Does a Will Override a Life Insurance Beneficiary?

Usually, life insurance beneficiary rights should be analyzed separately from the insured’s will. Life insurance is generally a contractual benefit payable under the policy’s beneficiary designation and applicable law.

A will may still be relevant as evidence of the insured’s broader estate plan or if the estate itself becomes a claimant. But simply naming someone in a will may not automatically change the beneficiary listed on a life insurance policy.

What Evidence Can Matter in a Life Insurance Interpleader Case?

Interpleader disputes can be heavily dependent on documents and testimony. Potentially relevant evidence may include:

  • The complete life insurance policy
  • Applications and amendments
  • Current beneficiary forms
  • Prior beneficiary forms
  • Electronic beneficiary-change records
  • Insurance company notes
  • Recorded calls
  • Insurance agent records
  • Emails and text messages
  • Medical records
  • Wills and trusts
  • Powers of attorney
  • Divorce judgments
  • Marital settlement agreements
  • Retirement plan records
  • Employment benefit documents
  • Police reports
  • Criminal court records
  • Witness testimony
  • Financial records

The appropriate evidence depends on the theory of the case. A forgery dispute may require different discovery from a former spouse claim. An incapacity case may require different evidence from an ERISA dispute.

What Is Discovery in an Interpleader Lawsuit?

Discovery is the process through which parties may seek relevant information and evidence from each other and, in appropriate circumstances, third parties.

Discovery can potentially include written questions, document requests, requests for admissions, subpoenas, depositions, expert disclosures, and other procedures permitted by the applicable court rules.

For example, if a beneficiary change occurred through an online account, discovery from the insurer may help establish when the change was requested, what account was used, and what confirmation records exist. If incapacity is alleged, medical records and testimony concerning the insured’s condition may become important.

Can an Interpleader Case Be Decided Without a Trial?

Potentially. Some cases may be resolved by agreement. Others may be decided through motions if there is no genuine dispute over material facts and the court determines that one party is entitled to judgment under the applicable law.

Cases involving disputed intent, witness credibility, alleged undue influence, forgery, or mental capacity may be more difficult to resolve without fact-intensive proceedings.

Can Beneficiaries Settle a Life Insurance Interpleader?

Yes, many beneficiary disputes may potentially be resolved through settlement when legally permissible.

For example, two competing claimants may agree to divide a $1 million death benefit rather than continue litigating over whether one person should receive the entire amount.

Whether settlement makes sense can depend on:

  • The strength of the beneficiary documents
  • The applicable law
  • The available evidence
  • The credibility of witnesses
  • The amount at stake
  • Expected litigation costs
  • The likelihood of obtaining additional evidence
  • The risk of receiving nothing after trial
  • The parties’ willingness to compromise

A claimant should generally evaluate the merits of the case before deciding whether a proposed division of the proceeds makes sense.

Who Pays Attorneys’ Fees in a Life Insurance Interpleader?

Attorneys’ fee issues can vary depending on the jurisdiction, claims, contractual provisions, statutes, and circumstances. An insurer that files interpleader may sometimes seek reimbursement of certain fees or costs from the disputed fund.

The competing claimants may also have their own fee arrangements with counsel. Some life insurance interpleader attorneys may accept qualifying cases on a contingency fee basis.

At the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, qualifying life insurance interpleader matters may be handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning no fees or costs are owed to our firm unless there is a recovery.

How Long Does a Life Insurance Interpleader Lawsuit Take?

There is no single timeline. A case with clear documents and claimants willing to negotiate could potentially resolve much faster than one involving extensive discovery, depositions, expert testimony, disputed facts, motions, or trial.

Factors that may affect timing include:

  • The number of claimants
  • The amount of discovery needed
  • Whether the insurer seeks early discharge
  • Whether criminal proceedings are relevant
  • The complexity of the beneficiary history
  • Whether ERISA or other federal law applies
  • Whether the case is removed between courts
  • The court’s scheduling calendar
  • Whether the parties participate in mediation
  • Whether a trial is required

What Should You Do If You Are Served With a Life Insurance Interpleader?

If you receive an interpleader complaint, consider taking the following steps promptly:

  1. Identify the court. Determine whether the lawsuit is in Florida state court or federal court.
  2. Determine your response deadline. Review the summons, service date, applicable rules, and any removal history.
  3. Read the complaint carefully. Identify who is claiming the money and why.
  4. Preserve evidence. Keep beneficiary forms, insurance letters, emails, texts, divorce records, estate documents, medical records, and other relevant materials.
  5. Determine your legal theory. Understand why you believe you should receive the proceeds or why another claimant should not.
  6. Avoid ignoring court papers. Failure to respond can create default risks.
  7. Consider speaking with an interpleader lawyer immediately. Counsel can review the procedural posture and substantive beneficiary dispute.

Do You Need a Lawyer for a Life Insurance Interpleader?

Not every insurance claim requires counsel, but an interpleader is active litigation. The case may involve significant money, strict deadlines, federal or state procedural rules, discovery, legal research, depositions, motions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.

An attorney experienced with life insurance interpleader matters may help:

  • Review the policy and beneficiary history
  • Analyze state and federal law
  • Calculate response deadlines
  • File responsive pleadings
  • Assert claims to the disputed proceeds
  • Evaluate competing beneficiary arguments
  • Conduct discovery
  • Obtain insurer records
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Evaluate settlement proposals
  • Prepare or oppose dispositive motions
  • Prepare the case for trial if necessary

If a Florida state court case may be removed to federal court, having counsel admitted and experienced in both systems can also help avoid unnecessary disruption.

Florida Life Insurance Interpleader Cases

Our firm handles life insurance interpleader matters involving clients throughout Florida. Depending on jurisdiction and the facts, cases may proceed in Florida state court or in federal court.

We have dedicated resources for people seeking Miami interpleader lawyers, Fort Lauderdale interpleader lawyers, Orlando interpleader lawyers, Tampa interpleader lawyers, and Palm Beach interpleader lawyers.

Our site also includes information concerning interpleader lawsuits in the Southern District of Florida and interpleader lawsuits in the Middle District of Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions About Life Insurance Interpleader Lawsuits

Why is my life insurance company suing me?

You may be named as a defendant because you are claiming the same life insurance proceeds as another person. The insurer may not be accusing you of wrongdoing. It may be asking a court to determine which claimant should receive the death benefit.

Does being named as beneficiary mean I automatically win?

Not necessarily. A beneficiary designation can be important, but another person may challenge its validity or legal effect based on issues such as incapacity, undue influence, forgery, divorce, federal law, or a Slayer Statute.

Where does the life insurance money go during the lawsuit?

The insurer may ask to deposit the proceeds into the court registry. If approved, the court may hold the funds until the dispute is resolved or distribution is ordered.

Can the insurance company keep the life insurance money?

In a typical interpleader, the insurer generally claims that the proceeds belong to one or more claimants rather than to the insurer. It may seek to deposit the money with the court and obtain discharge from the dispute.

Can I challenge another life insurance beneficiary?

Potentially. The viability of a challenge depends on the facts and applicable law. Possible issues can include invalid beneficiary changes, mental capacity, undue influence, fraud, forgery, divorce, powers of attorney, federal law, or beneficiary disqualification.

Can beneficiaries split the life insurance money?

Potentially. Competing beneficiaries may sometimes negotiate a settlement dividing the proceeds. Whether that is appropriate depends on the legal and factual issues and the willingness of the parties.

Can an interpleader case settle before trial?

Yes. Some cases may resolve through direct negotiation or mediation. Others may require court rulings or trial.

How long do I have to answer an interpleader complaint?

The deadline depends on the court and procedural circumstances. Florida state court cases often involve a general 20-day response period, while federal cases often involve a general 21-day period, subject to applicable exceptions and rules. Removed cases may involve additional timing provisions.

What happens if I ignore the interpleader lawsuit?

You could potentially face default proceedings or otherwise jeopardize your ability to assert a claim to the disputed proceeds. Court papers should generally be reviewed promptly.

Can the life insurance company charge attorneys’ fees against the policy proceeds?

An insurer may seek certain fees or costs in some interpleader cases, but whether such relief is available or appropriate can depend on the jurisdiction and circumstances. The court may decide whether a requested deduction from the disputed fund should be allowed.

What if I believe the beneficiary form was forged?

An alleged forgery can be a basis for a beneficiary dispute. Relevant evidence may include original forms, insurer records, electronic account records, signatures, communications, witnesses, and potentially expert analysis depending on the circumstances.

What if the insured had dementia when the beneficiary was changed?

Mental capacity may become an issue, but a diagnosis of dementia does not automatically determine whether a particular beneficiary designation was valid. The insured’s condition and understanding at the time of the transaction may be important.

Why Choose the Law Offices of Jason Turchin for a Life Insurance Interpleader Case?

Life insurance interpleader cases can combine insurance law, federal court procedure, beneficiary disputes, estate issues, divorce, ERISA, financial records, and emotionally difficult family conflicts. Jason Turchin, Esq. and his firm handle contested life insurance claims and interpleader litigation for clients in Florida and beyond.

Jason has been selected to Super Lawyers each year from 2020 through 2026 and was previously selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2011 and from 2013 through 2016. He has received an Avvo 10.0 Superb Rating and was AV Preeminent Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence by Martindale-Hubbell in 2026.

The firm received the Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum Award in 2026 and has maintained an A+ BBB rating annually from 2014 through 2026. Jason is also a Lifetime Charter Member of Best Attorneys of America list and a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum list and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum list.

Jason has been named to America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® list in 2026, 7 Figure Litigators® – America’s Premier High-Stakes Trial Lawyers® list in 2026, and the 2026 MyLegalWin Top Attorneys in America list. His legal commentary and work have been featured in or on CBS Evening News, CBS This Morning, CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, Bloomberg News, USA Today, and Rolling Stone.

Ratings, awards, memberships, media recognition, and prior case results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future matter.

Talk to a Life Insurance Interpleader Lawyer

If a life insurance company has filed an interpleader lawsuit involving proceeds you believe should be paid to you, consider having the case reviewed promptly. Whether you are defending your status as the named beneficiary or challenging another person’s claim, the legal issues may involve much more than simply looking at the name printed on the beneficiary form.

Our attorneys handle disputes involving competing beneficiaries, beneficiary changes, former spouses, alleged undue influence, incapacity, forgery, powers of attorney, ERISA benefits, Florida Slayer Statute claims, estates, and other complex life insurance issues.

For additional information focused specifically on interpleader litigation, visit LifeClaims.com’s life insurance interpleader resource.

Call 800-337-7755 or chat with our live agents today. Cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning no fees or costs are owed to our firm unless there is a recovery.

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