By their nature, disputes over Wills, Trusts and inheritance often occur at times of emotional distress. Our team has significant expertise and experience in dealing with probate and trust disputes, to help resolve matters whether you’re a beneficiary or a trustee.
We regularly advise trustees, executors, beneficiaries, charities and individuals claiming against estates, trustees or other parties.
Whether you are a trustee seeking guidance on your responsibilities and duties, or advice on how you can protect yourself from liability, or indeed a beneficiary seeking advice on a trust dispute, our Probate and Trusts team are able to assist.
Probate and Trust disputes can arise for a variety of reasons and can have serious consequences for the trust and its beneficiaries. Disputes can arise at the outset of a death with the interpretation of the Will or with the exclusion of family members from inheriting, or not being sufficiently provided for.
This is a complex legal area. Seeking expert legal advice at an early stage can therefore be crucial and can potentially avoid litigation and costly court proceedings.
Our specialist team of lawyers include members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and trained mediators.
Areas of expertise
- Claims for proprietary estoppel
- Claims pursuant to the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) (NI) Order 1979
- Proceedings to remove executors
- Construction summonses
- Rectification proceedings
- Professional negligence
- Applications under the Presumption of Death Act (Northern Ireland) 2009
- Breach of trust claims arising in connection with wills, trusts and inheritance tax
How can we help you?
Call us on the Belfast number below or send us a message and one of our team will be in touch.
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