The general position is that the law does not interfere with how people choose to dispose of their property and money when they die. However, the law does provide protection if a dependant is cut out of a Will, or left less than expected and our experienced team can help you with your will dispute or inheritance dispute.
The Inheritance (Provision For Family And Dependants) Act 1975 allows you to claim against a deceased person's estate if:-
- You were financially dependant on the deceased
- Inadequate financial provision has been made for you by the deceased
- You claim within the specified time limits
- You fall into a specified category of claimant such as a surviving spouse, civil partner, child or cohabitee
The other common grounds for a will dispute or inheritance dispute are if you do not accept the validity of a Will on grounds such as:-
- You want to challenge the mental capacity (testamentary capacity) of the deceased when he/she made the Will
- You want to challenge the proper execution or interpretation of a Will
- You believe there was another agreement with the deceased before death relating to the disposal of his/her estate
We have substantial experience in all of these areas of will dispute and inheritance dispute and can advise on the merits of your claim, as well as how to fund it and the risks associated with claiming.
Please contact us to discuss how our Dispute Resolution Solicitors might be able to act on your behalf in a will dispute or inheritance dispute.
