Druces Private Wealth

Contentious Trust & Probate

Disputes sometimes arise over Wills or in the context of family trusts or other inheritance matters. 

Our specialist team is expert in the handling of these often-sensitive cases. We regularly advise individual beneficiaries, executors and trustees as well as charities in finding solutions; sometimes defending and, in other cases, instigating legal action.

If you are facing such a dispute it is important to seek advice at the outset, to protect your position and to ensure that you do not miss any relevant deadlines.

Legal 500 commentary

The Legal 500 recognises Druces’ expertise in this area:

“Druces LLP is proactive and attentive and gives straightforward advice and guidance. The lawyers inspire and instil confidence in their ability which is paramount when you are in a crisis.”

“An experienced and insightful team with an excellent eye on client care and management.”

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Who to Contact

MATTHEW DUNCAN

Head Of Private Wealth

Matthew is a Partner in the Private Wealth Team. He has an extensive private client practice and has specialist expertise in a number of areas.

HELEN FREELY

Partner, Private Wealth

Helen is a Partner in the Private Wealth team. Her background and specialisms include Wills, probate including UK and foreign domiciliary estates, trusts, court of protection work, lasting powers of attorney, tax planning and charity law. She also leads Druces’ Charities and Philanthropy practice.

PAUL LEVY

Partner Private Wealth

Paul is a Partner in the Private Wealth department and is the lead partner for our contentious work in this field.

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