Foot Anstey is well regarded in the market for its handling of will disputes, fielding a team that frequently represents clients in will forgery cases, proprietary estoppel claims, and claims made under the Inheritance Act 1975. Among the team’s wide-reaching client roster are a large number of farming clients, who chiefly instruct the group to handle trust and inheritance disputes related to rural and agricultural estates. Under the leadership of charity and private wealth disputes expert Lucy Gill, the team also acts for a diverse range of charities and trust corporations in claims brought by beneficiaries. Further key contacts include Alexandra Rogers, whose broad practice encompasses representing clients in contentious Court of Protection work.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Alex Rogers is very understanding of the situation and quick to comprehend the issues. She is also ready to consult others.’

  • ‘A strong team and department with a significant reach and position within this area of law, acting for some large, national, charities in relation to Contentious Trusts and Probate matters. Known for adopting a commercial, pragmatic and sensible approach to the resolution of disputes. ’

  • ‘Elizabeth Ware and Alexandra Rogers - both are extremely knowledgeable and adopt a sensible approach to the resolution of disputes, whilst achieving excellent results for their Clients.’

  • ‘Alex Rogers is a strong lawyer who negotiates well on behalf of her clients. Lizzy Ware is calm under pressure and very caring towards her clients. They have high quality work.'

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Lucy Gill

Other key lawyers

Alexandra Rogers, Emma Facey, Elizabeth Ware, Caroline Cowley