Praised for its 'thorough and empathetic' service and ability to explain 'the legal options available in a way that a lay person can easily understand', Berry Smith is a popular choice, both directly from clients and in a referral capacity, across a wide range of matters, including on complex cross-border issues. Simon Care, who co-heads the team alongside Iwan Doull, displays 'incisive decision making' and is particularly skilled at handling complex probate disputes involving property law issues. 'Outstanding' associate Emma Jayne Scullion is the day-to-day contact on many of the matters and is appreciated for her 'cost-effective and high-quality advice', including on Inheritance Act matters, and for beneficiaries seeking to challenge testamentary capacity.
Testimonials
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- 'The practice provides detailed, expertly informed, written analysis of the issues involved and the legal options available in a way that a lay person can easily understand.'
- 'They can deal with even the most complex and high value cases, particularly ones which involve unique issues and challenges. Nothing seems to phase them and they consistently achieve very good results for clients.'
Key clients
- Tenovus Cancer Care
Work highlights
- Successfully defended a claim in which claimants attempted to re-open a High Court claim originally brought against the executors to an estate 17 years ago.
- Successfully resisted a claim brought against an Executrix from her siblings and numerous other relatives, which challenged the validity of her mother’s will on the grounds of lack of testamentary capacity.