Contentious trusts and probate

Myerson Solicitors

Led by the highly knowledgeable Helen Thompson, Myerson Solicitors in Alrincham is praised by clients as ‘undoubtedly the leading contentious probate team in the north west of England'. The group consists of dedicated specialists with extensive experience in contested wills and probate matters. Adam Maher leads the firm’s dispute resolution and commercial litigation team, and the ’straightforward, robust and determined' Jennifer McGuinness has extensive experience advising executors, trustees, and high-net-worth individuals on a broad range of matters in contentious trusts and probate work. The group also includes seasoned probate litigator Eleanor Clarke, who ‘delivers exceptional results for clients in difficult circumstances', and Stephanie Ewan, who is ’undoubtedly a star in the contentious probate arena' and advises clients on matters including Inheritance Act claims, validity challenges to wills, and claims involving the removal of executors.

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Testimonials

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'It is clear that there is a great team environment. Team members are clearly very knowledgeable and passionate about their cases.’
‘This is undoubtedly the leading contentious probate team in the north west of England. It has a breadth of talent, from junior fee earners right through to the partnership. It provides excellent, astute, and tactical advice to often vulnerable clients in difficult situations.’
‘There is an attention to detail which sets this firm apart from its rivals.'
'Helen Thomson leads an excellent team and Stephanie Ewan and Jennifer McGuinness are standout associates.’
‘Helen Thompson's wonderfully cheery exterior belies her in-depth knowledge and resolve.'
'Jennifer McGuiness is straightforward, robust and determined. She is not afraid to call out difficult or misguided clients or opponents.'
'Eleanor Clarke has a calm head in the most stressful of situations. Delivers exceptional results for clients in difficult circumstances.'
'Stephanie Ewan is undoubtedly a star in the contentious probate arena. She leaves no stone unturned on a case and always seeks to adopt the tactical high ground. Superb at managing the most challenging of clients.’