Imogen Pike
B P Collins LLPNoted for its ‘strength in depth’, B P Collins LLP's broad offering in Gerrards Cross assists clients with interpretation of testamentary documents, removal of trustees, and breach of trust claims. Exemplifying this in particular is Craig Williams, who heads the practice and specialises in will validity litigation, Inheritance Act 1975 claims, and administration disputes regarding trusts and estates. Described by clients as ’a future star’, Imogen Pike is well-known for her distinctive focus on undue influence matters, and Matthew Brandis is an experienced mediator.
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‘A great team, with a wealth of experience and a friendly and approachable manner.’
‘Matthew Brandis is fantastic - very experienced, clear in his advice, no issue too big to overcome. Imogen Pike is building her workload, and is extremely approachable and friendly.’
‘BP Collins is the standout firm in the area for this work. They have real strength in depth across the team and are instructed both for claimants and defendants in contested probate and Inheritance Act matters. The contentious team is supported and enhanced by the quality and depth of the non-contentious team. This allows the firm to be a formidable one-stop shop for estates and trusts of considerable value and complexity.'
'Craig Williams is the star of the show. A formidable negotiator equally at ease with lay clients, mediators and opponents. He has an excellent grasp of the law and the practicalities of contentious matters and possesses an instinctive feel for the pinch points of a case.'
‘Craig Williams is a truly exceptional litigator who brings specialist experience and knowledge combined with tactical and strategic awareness. Matt Brandis is an excellent solicitor, whose reassuring presence you would always want on your side. Imogen Pike - a committed and thoughtful member of the probate and trusts team.’
‘This is a practice area where BP Collins seems to go from strength to strength with a strong reputation. Non-contentious probate solicitors will often recommend BP Collins to their clients if contentious issues arise.'
‘Craig Williams has seen me through some horrendous times. Craig has been faultless in his wisdom and efficiency and importantly always responds to any communications.’
'Imogen Pike is a future star. I can see her being a market-leading lawyer in years to come - seriously impressive.’
Work highlights
- Defended a former West End cabaret star against fraud allegations and misappropriated funds during her late husband’s lifetime, worth £4 million.
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