Family ยท probate
Probate and estate barristers, instructed directly.
When the administration of an estate goes wrong or is disputed, a barrister can advise executors and beneficiaries and represent them.
At a glance
Contentious probate
Disputes over the validity of a will or the right to administer.
Executor duties
Advice and claims where executors act improperly or delay.
Estate disputes
Disagreements between beneficiaries over assets and accounts.
Probate is the process of dealing with someone's estate after they die. Most estates are administered without difficulty, but disputes arise over the validity of a will, the conduct of executors, the value or division of assets, and claims against the estate. A barrister can advise executors, administrators and beneficiaries and represent them where matters are contested.
A barrister will assess the merits of a claim or defence, the duties of personal representatives, and the realistic outcome, and can act in contentious probate proceedings. Through Direct Access you can instruct a barrister directly, without going through a solicitor first.
Barristers are regulated by the Bar Standards Board.
Through Direct Access you can instruct a probate barrister directly, without going through a solicitor first. Barristers are regulated by the Bar Standards Board (BSB).
When to bring in a barrister
An executor is delaying or mishandling the estate
There is a dispute about the validity of the will
Beneficiaries cannot agree on how the estate is divided
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Frequently asked questions
Can a barrister help with a probate dispute directly?
Yes. Through Direct Access a barrister can advise executors and beneficiaries and represent them in contentious probate proceedings, without a solicitor.
What if an executor is not doing their job?
A barrister can advise on the duties of personal representatives and, where needed, on removing or compelling an executor through the court.
How much will it cost?
Barristers often offer a fixed fee for an initial advice on the merits. You will get a clear estimate first, and there is no charge to enquire.
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