When a will is disputed, you need calm, expert guidance.

When a will is challenged, or an executor is failing to act properly, matters can quickly become tense — especially when family members are already grieving. We step in to resolve these disputes calmly and, in most cases, without ever needing to set foot in a courtroom. Whether you are defending a will, questioning one, or dealing with an executor who is not doing what the law requires of them, a named solicitor will handle your matter from start to finish, so you always know who is dealing with it and what happens next.

The work typically covers disputes over the validity of a will (for example, concerns about capacity, undue influence or improper signing), claims made under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 by someone who feels they have not been reasonably provided for, disagreements between beneficiaries, and applications to remove or replace an executor who is delaying matters, acting in their own interests, or refusing to communicate. Where possible, we resolve issues through direct correspondence, negotiation or mediation, which is faster, less costly and less damaging to family relationships than litigation.

This matters because disputes left to drift tend to grow — legally, financially and personally. Estates can be frozen for years, costs mount, and relationships fracture. Having a Legal 500 recognised firm act early, with a single solicitor guiding you throughout, means the issues are dealt with properly, your position is protected, and you are not left refereeing alone while trying to grieve.