Butcher & Barlow LLP has an expert group in the contested probate arena that provides an ‘excellent service' on a broad range of private wealth disputes. The group ensures cross-department collaboration with the commercial dispute resolution and agricultural and rural affairs teams to address all of its clients’ needs. The ’very efficient and professional' Samuel Dale in Sandbach leads the contested probate group and has a wealth of experience in both contentious and non-contentious probate work. Another key lawyer is Greg Porter in Northwich, who is a highly experienced litigator in both high-value and multi-party probate disputes, as well as being a specialist in Inheritance Act claims, including ones relating to discretionary trusts.
Testimonials
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‘A friendly atmosphere and we were made to feel at ease.’
‘Samuel Dale is very efficient and professional.’
‘Professional, thorough, compassionate and friendly.'
- 'Samuel Dale has been compassionate and professional throughout. I have felt informed throughout a very stressful process and he has helped guide me through my dispute.'
‘I've been very happy with the service Butcher Barlow have provided in my probate dispute.’
‘Samuel Dale has been excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to others in a probate dispute.’
‘Friendly, professional and long standing in the area with a good reputation.’
‘Excellent service, continued progression through to timely completion. Communication at the start and throughout the process was excellent. Explanation of some of the legal niceties was done in an understandable and supportive way.’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Greg Porter, Samuel Dale