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What is Contentious Probate?
The term applies to any dispute relating to the administration of the deceased person’s estate. It could involve a dispute over the interpretation of a will, a dispute between executors or beneficiaries of that will, or a dispute over the value of estate assets. Anyone who wishes to contest a will legally must enter an official ‘caveat’ to prevent anyone from applying for probate. In effect, this means no one has control of the estate, and nothing happens until the dispute is resolved.
The caveat that draws everything to a halt while attempts are made to resolve the dispute remains effective for six months, during which time the concerned parties typically seek further legal advice, review their options and hopefully settle their differences and allow the execution of the will to continue. If not, it’s possible to renew the caveat for another six months.
Do you have a question about probate?
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How to Enter a Caveat
If you wish to apply for a caveat – or if you’ve tried to apply for probate, only to discover there’s a caveat blocking it, or have just been informed there’s one in place – it’s best to seek legal assistance as soon as possible.
Resolving Caveat Issues
A caveat cannot be revoked unless all the individuals involved consent to it. If issues between parties cannot be resolved – the next step is court proceedings. Sadly, this is when things can become even more drawn-out, expensive, and stressful…
While IWC understands probate inside out, we’re not probate solicitors. We can, however, refer you to our long-standing and highly trusted partner solicitors for expert help. And we can offer expert, up-to-date and impartial advice for matters relating to caveats and probate, explaining the whole process and its complexities, and where you currently stand. Then, when appropriate, we can appoint legal representation to support you.
This way, you’re better informed and prepared before investing in the full legal side of things, and more in tune with what to expect.
Reasons to consult IWC regarding Contentious Probate
Free Initial Advice
Telephone advice and no-obligation appointments to discuss your circumstances.
Probate Specialists
We’ve in-depth and up-to-the-minute expertise in our field, and refer you directly to a firm of specialist Contentious Probate solicitors.
Fully Qualified
Anything we do on your behalf will be with a full STEP member or Law-degree certified personnel. The solicitors we refer you to are all regulated by the SRA.
Fixed Fees
IWC is fully insured and regulated by the Society of Will Writers & Estate Planning Practitioners.
Fully Insured
We agree and fix costs in advance for any contentious probate work we complete for you.
No Time To Waste
Time is typically of the essence when it comes to issues of contentious probate, and IWC can serve a ‘warning’ that might dissuade parties from seeking a caveat.
For further help with anything probate-related (contentious or otherwise), simply call us on 0208 150 2010.
Help with Contentious Probate
IWC specialises in Non-Contentious Probate. but we work closely with a team of solicitors and barristers we can refer you to when the time is right.
Caveats are used to block probate, but appropriate professional advice can prevent parties from choosing this often-problematic course of action.
Probate disputes can simply make matters worse at a time of bereavement – we can try to prevent legal wrangling from affecting family relationships.
Contentious Probate doesn’t always mean expensive litigation solicitors. Let’s see if we can find a simpler solution.
Mediation can resolve potentially expensive contentious probate issues – it’s worth considering.
Probate Services at a Glance
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Grant of Probate
A Grant of Probate is the official document issued by the Probate Registry when the deceased Made a Will.
Grant De Bonis Non
Grant De Bonis Non is required when a person named as an Executor on a Grant of Probate dies without having made a Will.
Letter Of Administration
Letters of Administration is Probate when the deceased person left no Will and died intestate.
Executors Duties
An Executor carries all the responsibility for administering an Estate. We can help Executors fulfill their duties.
Contentious Probate
Some contentious probate matters can be resolved without expensive litigation, we can offer advice.
Probate Guides & Forms
We supply a selection of Probate guides and forms which can help you during the probate process.
Do you have a question about probate?
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