Will, trust and estate dispute solicitors
Our expert team are members of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), underlining our industry-leading expertise in this area.
Dealing with the death of a loved one is an immensely difficult time. Unfortunately, such events can often give rise to Will and Trust disputes, which place further strain on grieving family members. At Ramsdens Solicitors, our specialist Will, Trust and Estate Disputes team are here to help guide you through these situations to a successful conclusion.
Our specialist lawyers are highly experienced in dealing with all types of will, trust and estate disputes, including disputes over the validity of a will, claims for financial provision, disputes between executors, administrators, trustees and beneficiaries, as well as claims over how a trust is being managed.
Our will, trust & estate disputes legal services
At Ramsdens, we provide a comprehensive range of services to help resolve will, trust and estate disputes as smoothly as possible.
We act on behalf of executors, trustees, administrators, beneficiaries and other dependents of the deceased, dealing with all aspects of will and trust disputes, including:
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Breach of trust claims
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Charity and legacy disputes
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Claims against executors, administrators and trustees
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Claims under the inheritance act
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Court of protection disputes
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Financial abuse claims
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Professional negligence claims against will writers
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Proprietary estoppel claims
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Rectification claims - errors in wills
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Removal of executors and trustees
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Will and inheritance disputes
We have years of experience of representing all parties in these types of disputes, whether you are bringing a claim or defending a claim against you or the estate. We offer a range of funding methods for your dispute, including no win, no fee and deferred payment options.
We offer a comprehensive service and will advise and represent you throughout the entire process from start to finish, all the way to a contested trial if this is required. We are always very clear with you regarding the costs of instructing us and will keep you updated about costs as your matter progresses. We will also keep you advised as to the numerous alternatives to going to court that may be available to you as a means of resolving the dispute, including settlement meetings and other forms of ADR such as mediation.
Our highly experienced team is well aware that cases involving will, trust and estate disputes are highly sensitive, especially when family members and loved ones are involved. As such, our focus will always be on resolving the matter in the best way for you.
We appreciate that no two cases are the same and our advice and approach will be tailored to your circumstances.
We are pragmatic and will always aim to resolve matters as amicably and cost-effectively as possible. As a team of specialists, where required we also have the capability and experience to represent our clients robustly and pursue matters to trial where required.
Our funding options
We offer a range of funding options depending on the circumstances of each case, including:
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Pay-as-you-go arrangements: whereby you pay on an interim basis as and when legal costs are incurred
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Conditional fee agreements: more commonly known as CFAs or no win no fee agreements
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Deferred fee agreements: whereby payment of legal fees can be deferred until a later stage in the case or until conclusion
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Fixed fee agreements: whereby you pay a fixed and pre-arranged amount on account of different stages of work on your case
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Monthly payment plans: whereby you pay an agreed amount per month towards your overall costs
We can also provide advice on different products and options that may be available to cover the cost of your claim.
Here's what sets Ramsdens Solicitors apart
Whether you are contesting a will, bringing a claim against an estate or defending a claim against an estate, Ramsdens’ will, trust and estate disputes team will provide a professional and sensitive service for you, aligning our years of legal expertise with a keen focus on your personal needs and priorities.
Specialist team
We boast a team of highly experienced solicitors. All of our solicitors are specialists in will, trust and estate disputes, rather than being general litigators with no particular area of expertise. This enables us to understand your situation quickly and provide advice that you can be confident with.
In-house collaboration
We work closely with our highly-experienced Private Wealth and Succession team meaning that issues such as taxation of estates can be dealt with in house. This ensures our clients can preserve family assets and minimise the stress and disruption these cases can cause.
Trusted legal partners
Ramsdens Solicitors has been recognised as a ‘Leading Firm’ in the 2026 edition of the prestigious Legal 500, and our expert team are also members of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) and the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) which underlines our proven experience and industry-leading expertise in this area.
Upfront pricing & processes
We offer a free no obligation initial consultation of up to 30 minutes with one of our expert solicitors, allowing you to discuss your circumstances and potential options in a no-obligation setting. At an initial meeting we will discuss your case with you, offer initial advice and explain the funding options available to you. We will then discuss the next steps should you decide to take your case forward with us.
Case studies
Our Will, Trust and Estate Disputes team regularly deal with all types of Trust and Inheritance Disputes, including claims made against executors, administrators and trustees, disputes over the validity of a will, or claims over how a trust is being managed.
Read how our team has helped our clients with will, trust and estate disputes.
