Recent probate cases
Bains v. Arsalan [2026] EWHC 1597
In a dispute over funeral arrangements, where the deceased’s mother had been convicted of her murder, the Forfeiture Act 1982…
Tucker v. Howe [2026] EWHC 208 (SCCO)
Where beneficiaries initiated and pursued assessment of a professional executors costs under s.71(3) Solicitors Act 1974, billed at £147,436.33, and…
Grijns v. Grijns [2025] EWHC 2853 (Ch)
In a proprietary estoppel case where the successful party was ‘said to have been unreasonable in their approach to mediation’,…
Applying for and accepting the legal right to deal with a deceased’s money, property or possessions (‘Probate’ or ‘Letters of Administration’) can be a complex process and the legal duties of the Executor or Administrator onerous.
Getting it wrong could result in a financial claim against them personally, or even criminal prosecution.
If you need advice about administration of an estate, or representation for your clients in Court or at a Mediation, please contact one of the Clerks to Charles Cooper for an initial, informal chat.
Areas of Law
Administration of estates
Entitlement to a Grant
Capacity disputes
Caveats
Validity of Wills
Undue influence
Fraud and forgery of Wills
Donatio mortis causa
Destruction or revocation of Wills
Renouncing/clearing off PRs
Construction/interpretation
Inheritance Act 1975 claims
Proprietary/promissory estoppel
Removal of executors or trustees
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