Contentious Probate and Private Wealth Disputes
Do you disagree with the contents of a loved one’s Will or estate in Wales & England?
We understand that a fall out over a Will following a loved ones passing, it is not straight forward – even more so if you are also trying to deal with the administration of an estate, whilst navigating an already stressful and emotional time for you and your family.
At Harding Evans, our specialist solicitors can help minimise the stress and ensure you do not have to face these matters alone.. We act for executors, beneficiaries, dependants and those who feel wrongly excluded from a Will.
From our offices in Newport and Cardiff, we will guide you through this sensitive time with care. We will take time to explain the legal processes and help you to resolve the dispute quickly, professionally, and in the most cost-effective way.
Experience in managing Will disputes:
Our expert team of Contentious Probate solicitors have significant experience in managing disputes over a wide range of issues, including:
- the value of assets
- who benefits from a Will
- how the Will has been interpreted
- beneficiaries who may be feuding and want to contest the Will
- dealing with difficult executors
- applications to remove executors
- applications to issue or warn caveats
- bringing or defending claims by estates
How do I know if my challenge to a Will is warranted?
There are a number of situations where it is appropriate to seek legal advice surrounding a dispute over an estate. These can include, but are not limited to:
- where there is reason to believe the deceased was not fully in control or lacked capacity when the Will was written and may not have understood the implications of their Will
- where there is reason to believe the Will is fraudulent
- where there is reason to believe the deceased was unduly influenced into signing the Will
- where the deceased has deliberately excluded a dependent or next of kin from their Will out of malice
- where the executor is trying to administer the provisions of an outdated Will
- where there were not sufficient or appropriate witnesses
- professional negligence concerning Will drafting
- proprietary estoppel claims, including farming will disputes
How we can help with a contested Will:
Whether you are an executor caught up in a disputed estate or an individual who feels a sense of injustice at having been excluded from a loved one’s will, we can help.
It is important to remember that contesting a Will or estate often has to be done within a given time frame but this can vary on the nature of each claim. If you are considering legal action, don’t delay in getting clear advice.
To make an appointment to discuss your circumstances, please contact us.
