Only certain people have the right to contest a will. This typically includes spouses, children, and other dependants who were financially supported by the deceased, as well as individuals who would have inherited under a previous will or under intestacy laws. Claimants must demonstrate a legitimate interest in the estate for the court to consider their challenge.
Will & Probate Disputes
Find out if you could be entitled to compensation. If you need help with a will or probate dispute, our expert team of partner law firms will assess your situation, explain your options, and guide you through every step.
We support clients across the country, helping you resolve probate issues with clarity and confidence. As a claims management company, we connect you to our panel of specialised dispute solicitors.
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Wills & Probate Disputes We Assist With:
Probate Disputes
Will Disputes
Will Fraud / Forgery
Left Out Of a Will
Coerced Wills
Claims Against Estate (Inheritance Act Claims)
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Meet Michael Jefferies
– Claims Expert
Michael qualified as a solicitor in November 1988, having graduated from Manchester University with a degree in Accountancy & Business Finance. He established Jefferies Solicitors in 1993 to specialise in personal injury & clinical negligence work. Michael & his partner sold Jefferies Solicitors in 2023, but Michael kept the 2 websites, which were Jefferies Solicitors, now rebranded Jefferies Claims & First Personal Injury.
Michael strongly believes that his new claims business should be run along the same high ethical & honest standards that served his law firm well for nearly 30 years. The panel of solicitors has been carefully chosen by Michael, partnering with firms who he knows will do a thoroughly professional job & get the best results for their clients.
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What is the time limit to
contest a Will?
The time limit to contest a will varies depending on the nature of the claim. For claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, the claim must be made within six months from the date of the grant of probate or letters of administration. However, there is no fixed time limit to challenge the validity of a will itself. It’s advisable to act promptly, as delays can complicate proceedings and may affect the outcome.
Who can contest
a Will?
What are the grounds for
contesting a Will?
A will can be contested on several grounds. This may include situations where the person making the will lacked the mental capacity to understand what they were doing, or where they were subject to undue influence or pressure from others. A will may also be challenged if the deceased did not understand or approve its contents, or if it was not signed and witnessed correctly.
In addition, claims can be brought under the Inheritance Act where someone who was financially dependent on the deceased has been left out of the will or not reasonably provided for. This can include spouses, former spouses, children, and stepchildren. Each case is considered on its own facts, and legal advice is essential.
Jefferies Claims is a claims management company. Jefferies Claims Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority FRN:999104.
Jefferies Claims is a limited company registered in England and Wales under registered number company number 14178076. Registered office Suite 2, Part 5th Floor, Charter House, Woodlands Road, WA14 1HF.
We charge our solicitors for the marketing and operational services we provide and these costs are not passed on to our customers. We receive a fee for any introduction made to a law firm.
*Where a No Win No Fee service is offered, lawyers may charge a fee to assess your case before agreeing to proceed on this basis. If your claim is taken forward, you will only pay legal fees if your case is successful. There may also be a charge if you cancel your claim outside the 14-day cooling off period.
We are FCA regulated, giving you the confidence that your claim will be handled with professionalism and transparency.
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