Contest a Will – Specialist Solicitors – No Win No Fee & Funding Options
Contesting a will can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions and family relationships are involved. Flint Bishop’s specialist contentious probate solicitors provide clear, fast, and practical legal advice to help you contest or challenge a will anywhere in England and Wales.
Whether you believe the will is unfair, invalid, or does not reflect the deceased’s true wishes, our team can help.
Why People Choose Flint Bishop to Contest a Will
Flint Bishop’s specialist Wills, Trusts & Estate Disputes team supports clients across England and Wales with all types of will challenges and inheritance disputes. We offer:
✔ Free initial consultation
✔ No win no fee options (assessed on a case by case basis)
✔ Clear, early advice about your prospects
✔ Fast case assessment
✔ A strong track record of negotiated settlements
✔ National coverage via phone, video & online services
✔ Skilled mediation and negotiation to avoid court wherever possible
If you’re unsure whether you can contest a will, we will explain your options and confirm whether you have a legal basis to make a claim.
If you think a will is unfair or invalid – we want to help you.
Want to speak to us now? Call us on 0330 678 1398.
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Here to help you secure what is rightfully yours
To contest a will, you must show that the will is invalid or that it fails to make reasonable financial provision for you. The most common grounds include:
Yes, our team of specialist solicitors may be able to contest a will if:
We will confirm your eligibility during your no-obligation free consultation.
Want to speak to us now? Call us on 0330 678 1398.
Contest a Will - Meet our experts
Sundeep is a leading solicitor for contesting wills, recommended in Chambers High Net Worth for her expertise in contentious probate and complex estate disputes. She advises clients across England and Wales on how to contest a will, including cases involving disputed validity, inheritance challenges and Court of Protection issues.
With over a decade of litigation experience, Sundeep is known for her clear strategy, calm approach, and ability to resolve will disputes efficiently through negotiation, mediation or, where necessary, decisive court action.
She regularly advises on:
Sundeep provides straightforward early advice so clients understand whether they can contest a will and what their options are from the outset, guiding them through every stage of the process with clarity and confidence.
For advice about a will or inheritance dispute, Sundeep can help you take the next step with confidence. Call her on 0330 678 1398.
Contest a Will - Meet our experts
Kate is a specialist solicitor for contesting wills, with extensive experience advising clients on will challenges, Inheritance Act claims and disputed estate administration. She is known for her clear strategy, early case assessment and strong settlement track record, helping clients contest wills efficiently and with minimal stress.
Kate regularly advises on:
Kate provides calm, practical guidance from the outset and works proactively to help clients understand whether they can contest a will and the most effective route to resolution.
Based in Leeds, Kate assists clients across England and Wales and regularly handles contested will claims nationwide. She is ready to support you through the process of contesting a will, no matter how complex the circumstances.
Want to speak to Kate now? Call her on 0330 678 1398.
You can instruct us from anywhere in the UK. We provide:
Where there is strong merit in the claim, we may offer a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), which is often described as No Win No Fee.
This means:
We regularly act in disputes involving:
Our wills, trust and estate dispute solicitors are ready to help you contest a will, resolve a dispute, or secure the inheritance you’re entitled to.
Want to speak to us now? Call us on 0330 678 1398.
Contest a Will - Meet our experts
Samantha is a leading solicitor for contesting wills and an expert in contentious probate, acting for clients nationwide in complex and high-value estate disputes. She advises on will challenges, Inheritance Act claims and contested estate administration where the validity or fairness of a will is in question.
Samantha is known for her decisive strategy, strong negotiation skills and ability to resolve contested will claims swiftly through mediation or, where required, court proceedings.
Samantha regularly advises on:
She is ready to guide you through the process of contesting a will and help you achieve a fair and workable resolution.
Want to speak Samantha now? Call her on 0330 678 1398.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact Flint Bishop for a free consultation. We will assess your grounds, gather evidence, and begin negotiations or court action where necessary. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
A will may be contested on a number of legal grounds, including lack of mental capacity, undue influence, fraud or forgery, improper execution, or where reasonable financial provision has not been made under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. We will advise which grounds apply to your circumstances. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Yes. Certain individuals who are not beneficiaries — including spouses, former spouses, cohabitees, adult children or dependants — may still be able to bring a claim, particularly under the Inheritance Act. Eligibility depends on your relationship to the deceased and your financial circumstances. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Yes. Siblings can contest a will where there are valid legal grounds, such as lack of capacity, undue influence or fraud. In cases involving a parent’s estate, a claim may also be possible if reasonable financial provision has not been made. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Yes — depending on the type of claim. We can advise whether probate needs to be stopped or whether a claim can still be issued after probate has been granted. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Time limits depend on the type of claim:
Inheritance Act claims: generally 6 months from the grant of probate
Validity challenges: no strict time limit, but early action is essential
Flint Bishop can advise immediately on which deadlines apply to you.
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Every case is different. Timescales depend on the nature of the claim and the conduct of the parties. More complex disputes may take several months. Court proceedings can take 12–24 months, but most cases settle before reaching that stage. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Yes. Flint Bishop resolves the majority of contested will cases through negotiation or mediation, without the need for a court hearing. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Once a will is contested, steps may be taken to protect the estate from distribution. The parties then exchange information and attempt to resolve the dispute through negotiation or mediation. Court proceedings are only issued if a settlement cannot be reached. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Evidence may include medical records, witness statements, solicitor attendance notes, correspondence, and financial documents. We help gather and assess all relevant evidence. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Undue influence has a high evidential threshold, and the legal test is set out in case law. Each case is fact-specific and depends on the strength of the available evidence. Our team will assess circumstantial factors such as the vulnerability of the testator, involvement in will preparation, and sudden changes in testamentary intentions. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Costs vary depending on complexity, evidence required and how the other parties respond. We offer:
A free initial consultation (up to 1 hour)
Hourly-rate representation
Deferred fee options (where suitable)
No win no fee options (where suitable) Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
There is no fixed cost. Many cases settle early, which can significantly reduce legal costs. Flint Bishop will provide clear cost guidance once we have assessed your case. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
In some cases, yes. Conditional Fee Agreements (no win no fee) may be available depending on the strength of the claim and prospects of success. We will advise at the outset whether this is appropriate. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Whether it is worth contesting a will depends on the legal grounds, the value of the estate and likely costs. Many disputes resolve earlier than expected. We will give you a clear, realistic assessment from the start. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Yes. If the estate is governed by the law of England and Wales, Flint Bishop can represent clients based overseas and conduct matters remotely. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
Yes — many disputes settle without the need for court proceedings once the key issues are identified. Flint Bishop’s proactive approach helps shorten timescales significantly. Call us for a free initial consultation on on 0330 678 1398.
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