Contentious probate and trust disputes
Our contentious wills, probate, estates and trusts team has extensive and specialist experience in dealing with all types of disputes, both within England and Wales and internationally. We act for beneficiaries, executors and trustees – including individuals, trust companies and other organisations such as charities.
Resolving complex will and trust disputes
Whether you have concern about the validity of a will, the way in which an estate or trust is being administered or have not received what you expected from an estate, Penningtons Manches Cooper’s contentious private client solicitors can help. We will quickly advise on the options available to reach a solution for you at what is often an emotionally difficult time. We will also provide detailed information on costs and funding options.
By becoming involved at an early stage and by giving tailored advice, we can offer practical solutions to defuse conflict. We aim to resolve matters by negotiation, mediation or other methods of alternative dispute resolution where appropriate and possible. However, when court proceedings cannot be avoided, we ensure that they are conducted professionally, skilfully and as cost effectively as possible.
We recognise that many cases by their very nature involve members of the same family. With our sensitive and careful approach, we aim to ensure that family relationships are maintained throughout any disputes, while still protecting our clients’ interests.
The cost of obtaining legal advice and pursuing or defending legal proceedings in the event of a dispute is often the issue of most concern to clients. Our contentious private client solicitors can advise on various different options for funding, discuss those with you, and give you clear costs estimates before we start.
A first-rate reputation, handling cases with calm diplomacy.
It is increasingly common for people to have insurance cover for legal expenses attached to their household buildings and contents insurance, motor insurance policy or even certain bank or credit card services. This is the first option for funding legal costs that we frequently advise clients to explore.
Our contentious wills, probate, estates and trusts team includes members of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), ensuring that our clients benefit from the highest standards in this complex area of law.
How we help our clients
Breach of trust claims
Contesting a will
Inheritance disputes and Inheritance Act claims
Estates disputes and removing trustees and executors
A beneficiary’s right to information
Lost wills or codicils
Claims in relation to property
Claims against negligent advisers
International trusts and estates disputes
Incapacity and the Court of Protection
Charities and litigation
Costs law services
Insights
What our clients are saying
Efficient, sensible and highly intelligent lawyers, and top-quality litigation strategists.
The Pennington Manches Cooper contentious trusts team is extremely strong in this area.
The team’s approach at Penningtons Manches Cooper shows an ability to think ahead and consider the underlying needs of the client.
Recent work highlights
Successful High Court ruling
Removal of trustees from trust after disagreements
Inheritance claim by disabled son
Claim against estate by adult son
Assistance for executors in contentious estates
Surviving cohabitee rights
External recognition
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