England - South East • Private client
Moore Barlow
Moore Barlow often acts for high-net worth clients with assets both in the UK and abroad. The team is led by ‘the first-class solicitor’ Scott Taylor who is often engaged in contentious matters involving claims of lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, in addition to want of knowledge and approval. Lisa Green is also noted for her experience in high court litigation and mediation, she also caters to applications for the removal of executors and trustees. All of the individuals that have been mentioned are located in Guildford.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'Emily Travell is a good team player.'
- ‘The team are friendly, approachable, and efficient. There is a good range of lawyers at different levels of seniority, but all are specialised in this niche area of work, which is important.’
- ‘Moore Barlow has the client profile and business standards of a West End firm and is capable of handling high value trusts and probate disputes.’
- ‘The team are knowledgeable and considerate in their approach to cases and clients. This firm have been proactive and on the ball with the matters.’
- ‘Their ability to marshal the relevant issues quickly and efficiently, the practical and commercial approach to a case and attention and responsiveness to the client’s needs and risks make the team standout.’
- ‘Scott Taylor is an insightful and knowledgeable team leader. They have managed cases in which I have been instructed in a professional fashion, keeping me in the loop and remaining on top of issues which arise, either from the client, other side, or the court.’
- ‘Scott Taylor is a first-class solicitor who cares passionately about his clients and their cases and provides a stellar service in line with the best of the mid-ranking firms.’
- ‘Scott Taylor is an excellent partner, he is on the ball and very easy to work with.’
Key clients
- Ms S H
- Mr G
Work highlights
- Advised Sheila Hirachand on an Inheritance Act claim for reasonable financial provision from her father’s estate.
- Acted as a representative for a potential class of beneficiaries of an estate pursuant to an equivocal clause in a will.
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Scott Taylor