Coodes Solicitors‘ Truro-based team acts for both defendants and claimants across Inheritance Act 1975 disputes, claims of professional negligence levied against executors and trustees, will validity challenges, and proprietary estoppel claims, in addition to acting for vulnerable clients in contested Court of Protection applications. Melanie Grose, who leads the team, maintains a broad contentious probate practice that encompasses both domestic and cross-border disputes.
Testimonials
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‘The team at Coodes have been incredibly knowledgeable, understanding and reassuring. I found them to be outstanding compared to others I have dealt with previously. Meetings and communications that are flexible from in person to video conferences, are great options that they offer; especially when an urgent issue or matter arises. The team are always on hand to provide support and assistance.’
‘Melanie Grose and Hayley Gaffney have been representing myself and find them to be outstanding solicitors, considerate and extremely knowledgeable. Melanie always manages to put me at ease and explains all legal aspects in a way that its easy to understand and be reassured by. I feel that Melanie is exceptional and has extensive legal knowledge and experience. Hayley is very approachable and takes the time to listen and take worries into account when advising. I believe that she is a great solicitor and a great asset to Coodes. When Melanie and Hayley are working together they a force to be reckoned with and would recommend them to anyone needing legal assistance.’
‘Originally during stage, one and, two our team member was HG. HG did advise we would win, but unfortunately that wasn’t the case we found that to be a negative on the part of the early litigation officer and felt this was a weakness on the part of the early team. The file was transferred over to Mel and Jenny, diligently worked on our case for about a year and advised us well, kept us notified at all times my sisters and I found them to be approachable and explained when we were not able to quite understand, they would provide basic legal instructions without the court terminology. (I will be forever grateful for their advice and support) we were a great team. ’
‘Towards the end, stages of our file, we found Mel and Jenny to be extremely approachable friendly and made us feel at ease with our upcoming court case. They answered any additional questions we had without any problems. ’
‘Our legal team has been with my sisters and I every step of the way during the more than two-year period we have retained their services. They have provided step-by-step instructions every step of the way on the why things are happening and how we move forward. They have listened to our concerns and understood what we wanted to achieve throughout our process. They genuinely have been there to assist us.’
‘They are not just the stereotypical lawyer. They are caring, supportive, understanding and ensure you understand every step of the process. Even after hours they have provided us with contact information should we need their assistance. In the lead up to our court hearing they ensured my sisters, and I were comfortable and knew what was expected of us and were there to advise us on any questions we had. I cannot emphasize enough on the importance we felt that having the feeling our lawyers were supporting us every step of the way and how at ease we all felt.’
‘I have been impressed from the outset at the professionalism and knowledge of my solicitor. I know that if I have further information for them I will receive an acknowledgment quickly. I have complete confidence in their abilities to get the best result in my case. ’
‘When I initially talked to Coodes I was impressed that they matched my case with an expert in the area of my case. I have been constantly impressed with their advice and the positive progression of my case. My solicitor always keeps me updated and nothing seems to be too much trouble. ’
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Melanie Grose