Private Wealth Disputes.

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Sensitive Support for Will, Trust & Inheritance Disputes

Disputes over trusts and estates can be complex, emotional, and highly disruptive. Our experienced private wealth dispute lawyers provide clear, practical guidance to protect your interests and achieve fair outcomes.

From probate disputes to contested wills, our private wealth disputes team has extensive experience with high value disputes, mental capacity issues, and multi-jurisdictional estates. We represent high net worth individuals, families, and trustees — including complex matters involving landed estates, trust companies, and succession planning.

Recognised by Legal 500 among leading law firms in this field, we deliver strategic legal advice with discretion and sensitivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions.

  • 1. What are the different types of inheritance disputes?
    Disputes can arise from:
    • Misinterpretation of will provisions
    • Rivalry between beneficiaries
    • Issues with executors
    • Concerns regarding will validity
    Claims can be brought by:
    • Cohabitees who lived with the deceased immediately before death
    • Adult children
    • Partners following short marriages or civil partnerships
    • Former spouses or civil partners
    • Someone maintained by the deceased immediately before death
  • 2. Can I challenge how an estate is being handled?
    As a beneficiary, you have the right to challenge personal representatives or executors if you have concerns about proper administration. You can seek the removal of an executor through a court application, but there must be valid legal reasons such as:
    • Disobeying court orders
    • Failure to communicate with beneficiaries
    • Misappropriation of funds
    • Fraud or self-dealing
    The court will not remove someone merely because relationships have broken down.

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Contesting a Will

Guidance through challenges and court claims.

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Defending a Contested Will

Protecting validity with expert legal support.

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Executor & Beneficiary Disputes

Resolving disagreements with clarity and fairness.

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Farming Inheritance Disputes

Specialist advice for complex farming and land inheritance issues.

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Inheritance Act Claims

Support under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

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Intestacy Cases

Navigating the estate when no will exists.

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Mistakes in Wills

Correct errors in wills with professional legal advice.

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Lifetime Promises & Gifts

Enforcing claims relating to pre-death transfers.

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Trust Disputes

Complex disputes involving trustees, beneficiaries, or multiple jurisdictions

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Want To Know More?

Get in touch with our team to learn more about how we can help with disputes relating to wills, trusts, and inheritance.

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Testimonials

  • "Thank you for your very kind email, I can now have closure and move forward. Thank you so much for always showing compassion, professionalism and kindness. You have made dealing with my aunt's estate easier for me. Wishing you all the very best for the future."

    Probate Client

  • "Lucy and Russell are brilliant. They had helped my family and were very easy going. We felt no pressure whatsoever and they are highly knowledgeable. Thank you.”

    Probate Client

  • “Russell Kaminski is an expert within the evolving cryptocurrency and digital asset landscapes.”

    Legal 500 2024
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At Vault Private Client, our market-leading team brings sensitivity and strength to every case.

Whether dealing with private client wealth disputes, multi-jurisdictional estates, or local succession planning issues, we are committed to protecting your legacy.

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"Lucy and Russell are brilliant. They had helped my family and were very easy going. We felt no pressure whatsoever and they are highly knowledgeable. Thank you."

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