Solicitors Specialising in Contesting a Will in the UK

We specialise in contesting wills and contentious probate law nationwide

Our specialist team is recommended by the prestigious independent guide to the legal profession, The Legal 500, which has had this to say about them:

“The strengths of the team is their ability to be thoroughly knowledgeable, stand for no nonsense, and do their absolute best for a client.”

And Naomi Ireson, who leads our team, was described in the guide as, ‘simply perfect‘.

Funding options to contest a will

We offer a range of funding options, including No Win – No Fee, deferred fees and fixed fees.

We also provide a popular free consultation service via our dedicated helpline.

Find out if you have grounds to contest a will.

Legal help for both claimants and defendants

We represent claimants (those who are bringing the claim) and defendants (those wishing to defend a claim).

We are able to take all steps, from investigating a claim and obtaining evidence, the all the way through to bringing or defending a an action in court. We also have an excellent track record of resolving contested will disputes out of court through mediation.

We are experienced in lodging Caveats, issuing Warnings and entering Appearances. We can also undertake all preliminary investigatory steps such as obtaining and reviewing medical records, solicitor’s will preparation files, and Larke -v- Nugus statements.

We offer:

  • A nationwide service throughout England and Wales;
  • A FREE 30 minute consultation; and
  • A range of funding options, including No Win – No Fee, and deferred fees.

In addition to contesting the validity of wills, we also pursue Inheritance Act claims, and deal with trusts disputes, and disputes between executors and beneficiaries.

A track record of success to be proud of

We are proud of our track record of success in the complex area of contesting wills. We have achieved successful outcomes in a vast range of scenarios. If you take a look at our case studies you will see the breadth of our experience and our numerous successes. You may find a case that directly mirrors your own, but if not, the chances are that someone in our team will have dealt with a similar case.

Free 30 minute consultations

So, if you are looking for recommended solicitors who have a great track record of success in contesting wills, and who are able to work on a no win, no fee basis, then take advantage of our offer of a free 30 minute consultation. We will evaluate your claim, identify your options, and consider what funding schemes are available.

Call us on 0333 888 0409 or send an email to info@contesting-wills.co.uk

Contesting Wills Case Studies

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  • Defending a contested Will
    We have recently scored another success in defending a contested Will. If you are the executor of an estate and find yourself facing a challenge to the validity of the Will, our recommendation is to consult a specialist inheritance lawyer…
  • Defending the validity of a Will
    Successfully defending the validity of a Will: A real-life case study Contentious probate partner, Naomi Ireson, has succeeded in defending the validity of a Will. When her client's father died, his Will was challenged by her brother. He alleged that…
  • Challenging the validity of a will
    For guidance on challenging the validity of a will contact our team of contentious probate lawyers for a free review of your case and details of No Win, No Fee funding. Call our legal helpline on 0333 888 0409 or…
  • Can I contest a will containing a no-contest clause?
    We recently challenged a will containing a no-contest clause, recovering £185,000 for our client, instead of the £5,000 she had been left in the will. To find out where you stand contact us for a free review of your case…
  • Daughter contests the will of her late father
    If you wish to contest a will then our experienced lawyers are here to help and are often able to work on a No Win, No Fee basis. Call our legal helpline on 0333 888 0409 or email us for…
  • Contesting your partner’s will
    Are you thinking about contesting your partner's will? Our team of specialist inheritance lawyers have just won a six-figure settlement for the unmarried partner of a man she had been living with for over 10 years who failed to make…
  • What can I do when an executor is refusing to…
    We offer a free 30 minute consultation on any contested will case, including situations when an executor is not co-operating. This is a real life case study of a dispute we recently resolved when the beneficiaries of an estate felt that…
  • Executor dispute settled out of court
    We deal with executor dispute cases nationwide, offering practical cost-effective advice. Call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0409 or send an email to info@contesting-wills.co.uk This is a real-life case study of an executor dispute that we settled out…
  • Dispute on the interpretation of a will
    If you require experienced legal help with resolving a dispute on the interpretation of a will then call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0409 or send us an email We recently represented Mr J in a dispute on the interpretation…
  • Mediation resolves contested will claim
    We are specialists in inheritance claim mediation and resolving contested will cases out of court. Call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0409 Inheritance lawyer Naomi Ireson recently reached settlement of an inheritance and contested will claim following a…

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