Wills and Probate Disputes

If you are even considering contesting a Will then we understand that you need more information to help you with your difficult decision. We understand that the last thing you wanted to be thinking about at this time was contesting a will. We will do all we can to explain your options and how we can help you.

Reasons To Contest A Will

There are many reasons that you might lead to you wanting to contest a Will. The most common ones are:

• Failing to provide adequately for you in the Will
• Challenging the validity of the Will
• Where property was promised to you in return for maintenance or other contributions and this is not reflected in the Will (this often happens within families)
• Challenging the appointment of an executor or trustee if you do not think they are acting in the best interests of the beneficiaries
• Where you believe the Will has been drafted negligently and does no accurately reflect the wishes of the deceased

How Long Do You Have To Contest A Will?

Legally you have ONLY 6 MONTHS from the date of grant of representation (probate usually) to contest a Will, although to ensure the time limit does not become an issue you should commence action as soon as possible after death. We can advise you how to put in a protective claim to ensure that the deadline is not missed but you must make early contact with us.

What Next?

If you believe that you might have grounds to contest a Will, you need to know what options are available to you. Depending on the circumstances of the reason for contesting a Will it might be that you can resolve the matter through negotiation or a series of letters. Alternatively, you might need to make a formal challenge to the court to contest the Will. We will take the time to listen to your needs and advise you of the best course of action to achieve your aims.

We are a practical firm of solicitors so will ensure that you are aware of all courses of action, along with the likely costs and outcomes, so that you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.

Our Charges

We will not charge you for your initial enquiry so please do contact us to find out what choices are available to you. Please call us on 01634 811 118 or complete our online enquiry form.