Breach of trust claims
A trustee or executor is in a position of trust. As such, they must comply with a number of duties, such as preparing accounts, providing information to beneficiaries, and acting impartially. Failure to do so could result in a loss to the trust or estate and a claim against the trustee or executor for breach of trust.
Remedying trust or estate breaches
Our team has experience of advising both those who have concern about the actions of a trustee or executor in relation to a trust, or estate under which they are a beneficiary, as well as those who are themselves trustees or executors, and are facing criticism from beneficiaries about the running of the trust or estate.
If the actions of a trustee or executor have caused loss, there are various remedies available including the requirement that the trustee compensate the trust or estate, the possibility of obtaining an injunction to prevent a trustee carrying out a particular act, or an application to remove the trustee or executor.
A first-rate reputation, handling cases with calm diplomacy.
Our contentious wills, probate, estates and trusts team at Penningtons Manches Cooper can help ensure that potential breaches of trust are avoided or dealt with in a way which preserves the relationship of trust and confidence between trustees, executors and beneficiaries. This can be of particular importance for family trusts. In addition, we can advise on potential claims and remedies after the event.
We have specialist experience in dealing with all types of disputes, both in England and Wales and internationally. We act for beneficiaries, executors and trustees – including individuals and trust companies.
How we help our clients
Administration of trusts
Advising trustees on their duties
Breach of trust claims
Remedies for breach of trust
Removal of trustees
Avoiding breaches of trust
What our clients are saying
They are professional, up to date with new laws and developments, friendly and easy to deal with. They are responsive and knowledgeable.
The Penningtons Manches Cooper contentious trusts team is extremely strong in this area.
Recent work highlights
Reversal of transfer into trust
Removal of trustees and personal representatives
Misuse of trust assets
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