Our experienced and dedicated contentious probate team have the capability to deal with all disputes arising out of wills and probate, including:
- Bringing and defending proceedings under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act (1975) - where inadequate provision has been made in a will.
- Challenging and defending wills on the basis of wills that lack : due execution; testamentary intention; capacity; knowledge and approval; and on the basis of undue influence.
- Resolving disputes between executors and beneficiaries, including: both bringing and defending applications for the removal of executors; and, where the provisions of a will are unclear, applying for directions as to the implementation of the terms of a will and the construction of clauses of a will.
- Advising and litigating in relation to the negligent drafting of wills and administration of estates.
- Challenging and defending the ownership of property on the basis of constructive trust and proprietary estoppel claims in the context of will disputes.
