Hay & Kilner’s Newcastle-based contentious trusts and probate team is led by experienced litigator Lucy Gray who is frequently relied upon in Inheritance Act, proprietary estoppel and validity disputes. The team’s offering was strengthened with the arrival of senior associate Guy Barr bringing in his significant experience in more unusual aspects of contentious trusts and probate claims, including claims involving murder or manslaughter, forfeiture and burial disputes. The group is also known for handling highly complex, often agricultural disputes.
Testimonials
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‘The team and Hay & Kilner led by Lucy Gray is definitely one of the top teams in the country in this area.’
‘Lucy Gray - empathetic, but also firm. Very experienced litigator with a sensible approach to settlement but not afraid to fight when necessary.’
Work highlights
- Advising clients in relation to conditional gifts provided by their father’s will and potential application for directions under CPR64.
- Advising client in relation to sister’s estate and challenge intimated by deceased’s two children, alleging the deceased lacked capacity and/or was in a delusional state.