Contentious Probate and Will Disputes

The loss of a loved one is always difficult. Where their affairs are not left as they, or you, might have anticipated, this can lead to additional stress and upset for the loved ones who survive them.

We are recognised for our expertise in contentious trusts and probate disputes and our extensive experience in this area means we are able to support you to conclude a will, trust or probate dispute quickly and sensitively.

Our Contentious Probate Services

Napthens doesn’t just pick up contentious probate claims from our wills or litigation teams. We have specialist solicitors entirely dedicated to the requirements of contentious probate claims and disputes across wills, trusts and probates.

We support across:

• Challenging a will
• Inheritance Act 1975 claims (provision from an estate for family and dependents)
• Removing an executor or administrator

Further Support

Do you have a more specific contentious probate requirement? We also specialist in the below:

• Emergency or protective grants
• Estate and trust administration issues
• Financial abuse cases and lifetime transactions
• Probate registry proceedings
• Trusts of land claims
• Unauthorised estate property occupation and possession
• Will validity disputes

Contentious Probate Funding Options

We offer a range of funding options to help our client manage the cost of litigation. We can provide a range of full or partial conditional fee agreements that suit your needs.

Furthermore, Napthens tailors funding based on circumstances of the case and the client’s needs. For example, we can agree to defer or partially defer payment based on the result of the case, providing a peace of mind.

How to Get in Touch

As long as the estate in question is based in England or Wales, we represent clients based both in the UK and overseas. Get started by contacting an expert via our contact form.

If you’d prefer to have in-person consultation, we provide contentious probate legal support from the below physical office locations:

• Preston
• Liverpool
• Manchester
• Kendal
• Southport
• Blackburn
• Lytham

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