The process of contesting a Will is legally complex and in England and Wales there are specific circumstances when you can challenge a Will.
Proprietary Estoppel and Constructive Trust claims.
Call 0345 163 2210 and speak with one of our Contentious Probate Solicitors regarding a Will or Inheritance Dispute or to find out more about contested Wills, Trusts and Estates.
If you suspect a Will is invalid, for a number of reasons the Will can be challenged. A Will can be disputed under the following grounds.
Unfairly left out of a Will?
Under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 you may be able to make a financial provision claim if you feel the Will is unfair.
Disputes with Executors. Administrators. Beneficiaries and Trustees are not uncommon when dealing with Estate Management.
Although based in the South West covering Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset, we act for clients throughout England and Wales. If you are unsure if you have an inheritance dispute, contact us for a FREE case assessment. Our team provide specialist practical advice on how best to resolve all types of inheritance claims and often work on a no win no fee basis CALL: 0345 163 2210.
As a beneficiary, you may have been 'disinherited', not provided for adequately under the will, or you may have concerns about whether the person was of sound mind when they wrote their will. It may even be the fact that the person who wrote the Will didn't do it properly or even that someone was influencing them.
Our solicitors have specialist experience in dealing with all kinds of Inheritance Disputes and have vast experience in both bringing and defending these claims.
Contentious probate claims invariably involve family members and so it is important to recognise the need to handle matters sensitively and thoughtfully. Where possible our team will look to resolve probate disputes through co-operation, mediation or any other form of alternative dispute resolution. If this is not possible, we will advise you regarding Court proceedings and will conduct those proceedings on your behalf.
Kevin trained in London, spending 10 years in a busy and varied litigation department, working in all aspects of disputes involving family finance. Kevin has over 30 years' experience as a Solicitor and is a Partner in our Contentious Probate Team.
Tim trained in Exeter, having graduated from Cardiff University. He is a solicitor in the Contentious Probate Team and has experience of Inheritance Act Claims. Trust disputes and disputes regarding the administration of Estates.
£275,000 settlement sum agreed for Mrs W in a constructive trust claim.
Reasonable financial settlement claimed under the Inheritance Act 1975.
Complicated Trust dispute settled on behalf of Mr N.
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