Wills and succession disputes

Disputes about Wills and succession are increasingly common and often complex. We use a practical and empathetic approach to resolving them

Grief shows itself in many ways and family relationships can be complex. Too often, this can lead to disputes among family members who may be executors under a Will, beneficiaries, or disappointed beneficiaries of a Will.

Common disagreements include who should benefit from a loved one’s estate, or questions over the actions of an executor or a particular disposal from the estate.

Equally, a Will may have gone missing, there may be doubts over its validity, or there may not be a Will at all. These situations can make it much more difficult to administer the estate.

Our approach and support

Combining legal knowledge with empathy, we help families and individuals on a wide variety of disputes, many of them complex, high-value, or high-tension:

• Challenging a Will or having a Will set aside
• Legal rights claims
• Executor disputes
• Professional negligence of an executor or solicitor
• What to do if a Will has been lost (‘proving the tenor’ actions)
• Disputes in relation to intestate estates, including cohabitee claims
• Recovering debt from a deceased’s estate
• Guardianship applications

We’re highly regarded for our ability to handle complex family dynamics as well as contentious matters, often working closely with our Private Client team to find a way forward for everyone involved.

We view litigation as a last resort and aim to resolve disputes before that stage. However, where this is not possible, our team have a wealth of experience in litigating and successfully representing our clients.

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