Gagliardo v. Caffrey

This case involves an appeal from the grant of a motion to disqualify counsel (see 166 Ill. 2d R. 306(a)(7)) in an action for equitable relief in matters relating to the estate of decedent Michael E Gagliardo.

INTRODUCTION

Upon Michael’s death in May 2001, his sister, defendant Paulette Caffrey, became the sole trustee of a revocable trust that was the sole beneficiary of Michael’s estate. Paulette was also appointed independent executor of Michael’s estate. Michael’s wife, plaintiff Margaret Gagliardo, and their two minor children, plaintiffs Michael E. Gagliardo and Catherine C. Gagliardo…