We have been independently ranked among the best inheritance dispute lawyers in the UK. For expert guidance on inheritance and will disputes, contact our specialist solicitors for a free consultation. Call us on 0333 888 0407 or email info@inheritancedisputes.co.uk. If you

What is TOLATA? TOLATA is legal shorthand for an important piece of legislation called the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996. This Act regulates disputes in England and Wales relating to property ownership and the rights of

Can wills be contested in England and Wales? One of the questions we are regularly asked by people who have been disinherited is, “Can wills be contested?” The simple answer is that you can contest a will in England and

We look at a commonly asked question, ‘Who can claim under the Inheritance Act?’ Under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, certain categories of people can make a claim against a deceased person’s estate if they feel

Does a ‘mistress’ have a right to receive an inheritance in the UK? The term ‘mistress’ is becoming less common, but it is still frequently used in the context of inheritance disputes. A mistress generally refers to a woman in a

Attorney misconduct: The hidden dangers of a Lasting Power of Attorney Concerns about the misuse of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) have been raised by the BBC. The news organisation has published a story detailing how vulnerable elderly clients have

How Our Free Inheritance Helpline Works Managing inheritance issues can be a daunting task, especially during emotionally challenging times. To make the process easier, our large team of specialist inheritance solicitors offers a free helpline designed to provide clear legal

Challenging a trustee: In what circumstances is this possible? Trustees make decisions about the management and operation of a trust. In the case of a discretionary trust those decisions might involve: whether to make a payment, who to make a

Do I have a right to inherit from my parents? We look at claims made by children under the Inheritance Act. To answer this frequently asked question bluntly, the answer is, yes, children (adults as well as minors) do have

We offer a popular free consultation service, and receive enquiries from hundreds of people every month. The questions we are asked are wide-ranging, but one of the most common queries is, ‘What does it cost to bring an inheritance claim?’