Trusts, probate, & estates

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Trusts, probate, & estates

Clear, expert advice and representation in trust and estate disputes, from contested wills to complex inheritance and capacity claims.

1EC’s barristers are experienced in the full range of trusts, probate, and estates work, acting for claimants, defendants, beneficiaries, personal representatives, and professional advisors. We combine sensitivity with robust advocacy, recognising both the personal and financial complexities of these disputes. Our approach is pragmatic, commercially astute, and always mindful of the reputational and emotional issues that can arise.

Areas We Cover

Contested wills
Disputes concerning the production of accounts by personal representatives
Applications for the appointment or removal of personal representatives
Claims arising during the administration of estates
Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 claims — acting for claimants, defendants, and personal representatives
Mental capacity disputes and Court of Protection claims
Disputes concerning the construction, validity, and rectification of trusts
Breach of trust and fiduciary duty claims
Disputes over the administration of family trusts and charitable trusts
Proprietary estoppel and constructive trust claims

Our Approach

For clients facing sensitive disputes over wills, trusts, or estates, clear advice and calm representation are essential. 1EC’s barristers provide forceful advocacy and strategic guidance, whether the issue is a contested will, a dispute between trustees and beneficiaries, or a claim under the Inheritance Act. We are experienced in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution, working to achieve fair and effective outcomes in complex and often emotionally charged circumstances.