England - South West • Private client
Blanchards Bailey LLP
Particularly noted for its capabilities in Court of Protection work, Blanchards Bailey LLP draws praise from clients for fielding a contentious trusts and probates team with 'genuine expertise and strength in depth.’ The team is jointly headed by Paul Dunlop, a highly experienced civil litigator; commercial litigator Ben Jones; and Lucy Mignot - a 'fantastic lawyer' who deals exclusively with contentious trust and probate and Court of Protection matters.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘This practice has simply worked well with me providing efficient service, prompt responses to questions, and excellent overall communication about ongoing matters.’
‘Pleasant and helpful at all times.’
‘I am very grateful for the help I receive from the team. The service always exceeds my expectations.'
- 'Any time I need them, they are always available to help quickly and with a high level of professionalism.’
‘Lucy Mignot is always very professional and explains legal matters in terms that a layman can understand.'
‘I have worked on cases in which Lucy Mignot represented other parties. Lucy was positive and practical in negotiating and robust and strategic in putting her clients' position. I have recommended her subsequently to clients where I cannot act because of a conflict of interest.’
‘A team of contentious trusts and probate lawyers who have genuine expertise and strength in depth.’
‘Lucy Mignot is a fantastic lawyer who is great with clients and attracts superb work.’
Key clients
- Diana Bennett
- Judith Sargeant
- Francesca Giradelli
- Christina Hammond
- Helen Haigh
- Martin and Sarah Granados
- Robin Hansford
- Chris Kekwick
- Jane Glover
Work highlights
- Advised Chris Kekwick in a trust dispute.
- Acted for Diana Bennett under a CFA in a 1975 Act and proprietary estoppel claim.
- Advised Robin Hansford in an undue influence and fraudulent calumny claim with an agricultural element.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paul Dunlop, Ben Jones, Lucy Mignot