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WILL AND TRUST DISPUTES How we can help

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WILL AND TRUST DISPUTES

How we can help

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HOW CAN WE HELP?Whether you are contesting a will, having difficulty with trustees or beneficiaries, or just trying to work out your options under a will or trust, this complex area of law requires professional advice as early as possible to avoid costly disputes.

We are specialists, not generalists.

We are a team of award-winning lawyers with a wealth of experience in resolving the most troublesome issues in trusts and estates, both in domestic and international cases.

Backed up by the experience of our colleagues in our specialist private wealth, property, corporate and charity teams, we also have strong longstanding relationships with charities, accountants, investment advisers and barristers so that we are ready to assemble the most effective team for you and your situation.

Whilst we believe prevention is better than cure, we pride ourselves on being able to prepare you for every outcome, whether through alternative dispute resolution or formal court proceedings.

“Lucinda Brown is very helpful, logical and measured and considers matters fully, discussing any options with me before putting pen to paper. Her letters are brilliant and she conveys the points that need to be made in a very tactful and helpful way in order to make progress.” Chambers and Partners High Net Worth 2020

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AREAS OF SPECIALISM• Contesting a will;• Trust disputes;• Claims under the Inheritance Act;• Claims that someone lacks mental capacity;• Proprietary estoppel claims;• Stress-testing wills and trusts;• Dealing with forged, lost, and damaged wills; • Overcharging by executors or trustees;• Legacies left to charities;• Interpreting a will or trust;• Claims against drafters of wills or trusts; and • Trusts and divorce.

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“...a good group of likeable and bright associates and senior associates who are cohesive and work well together. They are at home in big ticket cases as well as dealing with smaller matters.” Legal 500 UK 2020

“The team is first class: it combines real technical expertise with outstanding client management.” Legal 500 UK 2020

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GET IN TOUCHBDB Pitmans is a leading UK law firm with offices in London, Cambridge, Reading and Southampton. Many of our lawyers and advisers are recognised leaders in their practice areas – their knowledge and expertise helps us to provide a unique, client centred approach to law.

CONTACT DETAILS

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John Darnton (Consultant)T +44 (0)20 7783 3588E [email protected]

Lucinda Brown (Partner)T +44 (0)20 7783 3417E [email protected]

“Lucinda Brown is very practical, sensible and capable pair of hands. I am happy to have her on the other side.” Chambers and Partners High Net Worth 2020

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