At Lanyon Bowdler, the contentious probate department is best known for its work on claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. It also handles an array of other probate disputes, and advises on issues relating to the removal of executors and administrators. Associate solicitor Claire Vale is the key contact.
Testimonials
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‘We found that this particular practice was the only one that was prepared to take on our case and felt that they had the knowledge to deal with it. This was due to our case being relevant to both British and Channel Island laws and legislation.'
- 'They have been quick to respond to our enquiries and questions with professionalism and efficiency.'
- 'Claire Vale had the knowledge to deal with it effectively. She has helped us to win almost all of what we were fighting our legal battle for.’
‘Lanyon Bowdler have an excellent practice in contentious trusts and probate work in this area of the world. They handle the matters with obvious expertise and good judgement.’
‘Claire Vale is an experienced and sensible litigator.’
Key clients
- R (female)
- M, J, J, P and V (relatives)
- M (male)
- A (male)
- M (male)
- S (male)
- J (female)
Work highlights
- Advised M, J, J, P and V as beneficiaries under a will and reaching agreement at mediation with claimant beneficiary Y as to distribution, when the will drafter had failed to obtain a medical report as to capacity for the last will.
- Advising A in relation to his mother’s estate, and recovering monies from his sister who held a power of attorney for their mother’s finances, as many of the financial transactions could not be satisfactorily explained.
- Advising M that he was a beneficiary to the intestate part of his mother’s UK estate although he was not beneficiary to her estate in Alderney which had been left to the deceased’s sister.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Claire Vale