Home About Us Our Services Our People News Pay Online Contact Us Make an enquiry 0161 785 3500 Advice For You Trustpilot HOME / ADVICE FOR YOU / INHERITANCE & WILL DISPUTES Inheritance & Will Disputes Sometimes when a loved one passes away there can be issues over the distribution of their estate, even where a Will has been made, this is not necessarily the end of the matter. Legal issues amongst families and friends can be distressing and contesting a Will can be difficult and emotional for all involved. This is where our expertise and experience counts. When disagreements arise about an estate, you would hope that matters can be resolved between all those affected without incident. However, the reality is that such disagreements can often be divisive when there are parties contesting a Will. How we can help you Call us today on 0161 785 3500 (or fill in the form and we’ll call you back) and we’ll provide a no obligation, no cost initial consultation to assess your case. We’ll discuss the next steps with you and discuss funding options including if we can work on your claim on a No Win, No Fee basis. Trustpilot Working with clients across England and Wales, Pearson Solicitors are specialists in Inheritance Act claims and Will Disputes with the experience to advise you fully in what can often be a very difficult time and have experience in dealing with cases including: Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 Contesting a Will Removal of executors Entering and removal of Caveats Applications to the Court of Protection regarding Enduring Powers of Attorney, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Statutory Wills Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 – (‘Inheritance Act’) Where the distribution of an Estate, either under a Will or Intestacy, fails to make reasonable financial provision (or no provision) you may be able to bring a claim against the Estate of the deceased. Spouses, cohabitees, children and other dependants can potentially bring an Inheritance claim. If you believe that you may be eligible to bring a claim you must act fast as there is a limitation of 6 months from the date probate is granted to bring an Inheritance claim. In certain circumstances, the Court may grant permission to bring a claim outside of the time limit. It is, of course, paramount that advice is sought as soon as possible. Contesting a Will A Will may also be contested where it is believed that the Will is invalid. Where there are concerns as to the mental capacity of the person who made the Will or concerns that pressure (‘undue influence’) was placed upon the deceased at the time the Will was made; or where the Will has not been executed correctly. If you have any concerns regarding a Will and want to challenge it you must not delay in seeking advice. Contact us Our specialist Solicitors in our Inheritance and Will Disputes Department are available to have a free initial, no obligation conversation. Contact us about your case on 0161 785 3500. Laura Pracy Head of Inheritance and Will Disputes 0161 785 3500 Send an email View Profile 1 2 3 Meet the team Free Initial Consultation Please fill in the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. We’ll only use this information to handle your enquiry and we won’t share it with any third parties. Inheritance & Will Disputes CONTENTIOUS PROBATE CONTESTING A WILL INHERITANCE DISPUTES INHERITANCE ACT 1975 FAQS INHERITANCE AND WILL DISPUTES GLOSSARY INHERITANCE & WILL DISPUTES – COSTS INTESTACY RULES PROPRIETARY ESTOPPEL WILL DISPUTES FAQS CASE STUDY Acting for a disabled child in relation to her late mother’s Estate 1 2 Read more case studies This element requires third party cookies to be enabled. Change your settings. 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