Winckworth Sherwood LLP in Oxford is well-placed to act in a range disputes concerning contested estates and probate, with the group experiencing an uptick in claims under the Inheritance Act 1975. The ‘thoughtful and commercial' Philip Collins heads the practice, and is recommended for disputes arising from the administration of estates, and challenges to wills due to testamentary capacity or undue influence. Jessica Whooley joined the firm in 2023 from Willans LLP, handling a varied caseload of proprietary estoppel claims and executor disputes.
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‘Philip Collins is superb. ’
‘Philip Collins is an emotionally intelligent, thoughtful and commercial lawyer.’
‘WS do some charity work to a high standard and this sets them apart.’
‘Philip Collins is technically strong, thorough and very approachable and engaging.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Philip Collins