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Can I defend a contested will on a no win, no fee basis? Yes, defending a contested will on a no win no fee basis is possible. If you need help defending a contested will then we may have the perfect funding solution for you. Although no win no fee funding is usually… Read more
What happens to my child’s inheritance if they die before me? We are often asked what happens to a child's inheritance if they are named in their parent's will but die before their parent. For further guidance on a child's inheritance where they predecease contact us for a free 30 minute consultation. The… Read more
Six month inheritance time limit We specialise in Inheritance Act claims, representing claimants nationwide. Contact our free helpline for a case assessment and details of no win, no fee funding on 0333 888 0409 or send us an email. Six month inheritance time limit While… Read more
How to fix an error in a Will Wills sometimes contain mistakes. In this article we look at how to fix an error in a will and why delay in doing so can be excused. The law relating to this area is complicated, so if you are in… Read more
Cases of undue influence on the rise Undue influence is the most common reason for contesting a will in the UK. We specialise in contesting wills and are experienced in dealing with undue influence cases. We offer a free 30 minute consultation with a specialist solicitor on any… Read more
How to contest a will in England: Part 2 We are regularly asked how to contest a will in England. In response to this we have prepared a two part legal guide to contesting a will in England. In Part 2 of this guide we look at the legal… Read more
How do I contest a will in England? Part 1 We are frequently asked, 'How do I contest a will in England?' In response to this we have prepared a two part legal guide to contesting a will in England. Questions about contesting a will are usually raised by people… Read more
Is it possible for me to contest my stepmother’s will? Can I contest my stepmother’s will? The question, 'Can I contest my stepmother’s will?' crops up on our popular legal helpline with surprising regularity. We are all familiar with the fairy-tale of Cinderella. Cinder’s mother dies and her father remarries.… Read more
How to remove a caveat A brief guide on how to remove a caveat It can come as a shock when an application for a grant of probate is rejected because a caveat has been entered against the estate. Often this will be the first… Read more
Can an illegitimate child contest a will in the UK? If you are wondering, 'Can an illegitimate child contest a will?' and would like expert guidance on the inheritance rights of illegitimate children, then call our free legal helpline for guidance. Call us on 0333 888 0409 or send an… Read more

Client Testimonials

“Executor dispute and contentious Will mediation”

I was in a difficult position with a co-executor that left the estate idle and Slee Blackwell were excellent in navigating a resolution to achieve the appointment of an independent PR. In addition my father’s Will was being challenged by one of the beneficiaries against the largest recipient of the estate and Naomi Ireson was very solid in her advice and helped to arrange a successful mediation. Naomi was ably assisted by Sharnie Jenkins in this matter.

“Expertise and Understanding”

I was tentative about making enquiries from Australia with a UK group of solicitors, Slee Blackwell, about a claim on a deceased estate there as an ex-spouse. Right from the get go I was treated with respect and expert advice with Kristi. Anya was instrumental in guiding me through the whole process and I was very impressed with her expertise and obvious knowledge of the situation. If I lived in the UK I wouldn’t hesitate to use this firm again. Thank you to Anya and her team.

“Positive experience”

I contacted Kristi regarding an inheritance matter and she was swift to respond and the issue, which has been ongoing for three years now, was immediately resolved. I highly recommend.

“Challenge to the validity of a will”

Unfortunately, I had to defend a challenge to the validity of my fathers will. Naomi Ireson, with the help of Sharnie Jenkins and the rest of the team were absolutely amazing. It was such a stressful time but Naomi had my back through it all, and pursued the case relentlessly. Her expertise and competence in her field is exemplary and I never once believed that there would be a problem. The team kept me informed at all times and were always easy to talk to. I would recommend them in a heartbeat.

“Defending a claim made against Estate”

After receiving a claim against my late fathers estate, I was left feeling extremely anxious and frustrated. Chris was amazing, his knowledge and professionalism was impeccable. I immediately felt in safe hands and I received a prompt response to any queries I had. Sharnie was also amazing throughout the experience. I was so impressed with the service that I used Slee Blackwell for an eviction and conveyancing. I received outstanding service again. Thank you so much for relieving my stress, that is truly priceless!

“Contentious Probate – Establishing Paternity”

The brother of my grandfather died without children, and after a dispute with my family who said that I was not the son of my father, I read a very professional article written by Naomi Ireson that was very informative. I saw that I could ask some questions and her answer really helped. I later hired her and she resolved the accusation of my family. She is also very organized and is doing only what is necessary. Thank you for your work and to all the members of your team.

“Dispute – Breach of Trust”

I can’t express enough gratitude to Chris for his outstanding service over the past year. My case was especially challenging, but Chris handled it with compassion and the highest level of professionalism. The outcome was fantastic, and it wouldn’t have been possible without Chris’s expert advice and support. I would strongly recommend his services to anyone who is going through a difficult will dispute. Many thanks again Chris!

“Fantastic Solicitor”

Brontë, guided us through a very difficult time, and always gave the best advice even if it wasn’t what i always wanted to hear. I really appreciated her honesty,her knowledge and experience. I’d highly recommend

“Kind and Informative”

I emailed Kristi to ask some questions about contentious probate. She was very helpful and answered all my questions. Kristi followed up with me and I was able to ask further questions which really helped in my decision making process.

“Excellent”

Excellent advice and help with a complex probate issue. Advice was always timely and I was always kept well informed. I felt communication was always direct and friendly. Anya was always approachable, fair and quick to respond to questions and concerns. Would definitely return if future needs required legal advice or representation. Many thanks

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