Charles Brian Hadad

Charles Brian Hadad is a Partner and Chair of the Estates and Trusts Practice Group in Butler, Pennsylvania. With a focus on estate administration, probate, estate planning, trust administration, corporate and business planning, and real estate transactions, Charles provides comprehensive legal counsel to both individuals and businesses. He is dedicated to working closely with clients, offering personalized guidance to help them achieve their objectives.

Charles has extensive experience in all aspects of estate planning and administration. He collaborates with clients to prepare tailored documents, including revocable and irrevocable trusts, special needs trusts, and charitable gift/trust planning. Additionally, he manages the preparation of decedent final personal income tax returns, Federal Estate Tax returns, Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax returns, Federal Gift Tax returns, and fiduciary income tax returns for estates and trusts.

As a seasoned litigator in Orphans’ Court matters throughout Western and Central Pennsylvania, Charles has represented The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and defended fiduciaries in surcharge actions, will contests, and breach of fiduciary duty claims. He advocates for beneficiaries and other interested parties in estate and trust administration disputes.

In business law, Charles assists clients with business formations, drafting and negotiating internal governance documents, and facilitating the purchase or sale of family businesses. His expertise helps clients navigate complex business transactions effectively.

Charles is also a frequent speaker on estate planning and trust administration topics, presenting at various organizations and conducting numerous continuing legal education seminars annually.