Author: Contesting Wills

What can you do if your mother or father has left you out of their Will?

Under the law in England and Wales we can leave our assets to whoever we want. There is no legal obligation on us to provide for loved ones or family members in our Will, including our children. This legal principle

Best solicitors for contesting a will

If you are looking for the best solicitors for contesting a will, then our team is here to help. We are recommended by the Legal 500, the clients’ guide to the best law firms in the UK, and team leader

Free second opinion on a contested will claim

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Is it worth contesting a will?

We are regularly asked, ‘Is it worth contesting a will?’ So, here is a brief checklist of the key points to consider. We offer a free 30 minute consultation with a specialist solicitor on any contested will case. Just give us

How much does it cost to contest a will?

One of the most common questions we get asked is, ‘How much does it cost to contest a will?’ Factors that affect the legal cost of contesting a will As with any legal dispute, the funding of a contested will

We offer a free 30 minute consultation on contesting a will

If you would like to contest a will, but aren’t sure whether you have a good legal case, then why not take advantage of our free 30 minute consultation on contesting a will. We have a team of specialist solicitors

Can I contest a will?

We offer a free 30 minute consultation with a specialist solicitor on any contested will case. Contact our dedicated helpline today or send us an email. Contesting a will. One of the most frequently asked questions on our popular helpline is,

Contesting a will solicitors

Our contesting a will solicitors offer a free 30 minute consultation. Contact us by phone or email to arrange your free consultation with one of our experienced contentious probate solicitors. We operate nationally and offer a wide range of funding options,

Protesting a will

The legal grounds for protesting a will in the UK While lawyers usually refer to disgruntled beneficiaries ‘contesting’ a will, many people refer to this as ‘protesting’ a will. There are a number of grounds for contesting (or protesting) a

What can I do if a will is challenged on the basis of undue influence?

Our team of specialist contentious probate solicitors is often asked, ‘What can I do if a will is challenged on the basis of undue influence?’ We are experienced in defending the validity of wills, including cases where the will has

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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