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Flint Bishop’s ACTAPS accredited team provides national, specialist support for will, trust and inheritance disputes, offering free initial consultations and remote handling. They deliver rapid early advice, protect estates where needed, and prioritise negotiation and mediation to resolve most cases without court. No win no fee (CFA) and other flexible funding options are available on a case-by-case basis.
We regularly act in disputes, including:
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Flint Bishop’s specialist Wills, Trusts & Estate Disputes helps clients across the UK resolve inheritance and will disputes quickly, cost-effectively, and with clear strategic advice from the outset.
The team is known for clear strategy, proactive case management, and a strong settlement track record.
Claims can be handled through no win no fee agreements, depending on the strength of your case.
Disputes over wills are complex, time-sensitive and emotionally difficult. Our solicitors provide clear early advice and practical solutions tailored to your situation.
We will quickly:
You do not need to travel – we can handle everything by phone, video, and secure online document sharing. Face to face appointments are also available at our offices in Leeds, Sheffield, York, Birmingham and Derby.
Want to speak to us now? Call us on 0330 678 1398.
Meet our Wills Disputes Team
Sundeep is a leading inheritance dispute solicitor, recommended in Chambers High Net Worth for her expertise in contentious probate and complex estate litigation. She represents clients across England and Wales in will disputes, executor conflicts, trust disputes, and Court of Protection cases.
With over a decade of litigation experience, Sundeep is known for her clear strategy, calm approach, and ability to resolve disputes quickly through negotiation, mediation or, where needed, decisive court action.
She regularly advises on:
Sundeep provides straightforward early advice so clients understand their position from the outset, and she delivers strong, practical guidance through every stage of the dispute.
For urgent advice about a will or inheritance dispute, Sundeep can help you take the next step with confidence. Call her on 0330 678 1398.
Meet our Will Disputes Team
Kate is a specialist contentious probate solicitor with extensive experience in Inheritance Act claims, will challenges, executor–beneficiary disputes, and trust litigation. She is recognised for her clear strategy, early case assessment, and strong settlement track record — helping clients resolve will disputes quickly and with minimal stress.
Kate advises on:
Kate provides calm, practical guidance from the outset and works proactively to secure the best possible outcome for her clients.
Kate is based in Leeds but regularly assists clients with will disputes nationwide. She is on hand and ready to support you through your will dispute — no matter how complex the issues.
Want to speak to Kate now? Call her on 0330 678 1398.
We can offer a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) or other flexible funding options on a case-by-case basis.
This means you won’t pay our firm’s costs upfront — and only pay our firm’s costs if the claim succeeds. We will advise at the start whether your case is suitable.
Challenging a will in England and Wales often involves one of the following legal grounds:
Most will disputes settle without going to court.
Flint Bishop specialises in mediation and negotiation.
Benefits of mediation:
Our team are skilled negotiators who achieve strong results without formal litigation.
Our wills, trust and estate dispute solicitors are ready to help you challenge 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.
Meet our Will Disputes Solicitor
Samantha is a leading will dispute solicitor and expert in contentious probate, acting for clients nationwide in high-value and complex estate disputes. Her work covers Inheritance Act claims, will validity challenges, executor disputes, trust disputes, and contested estate administration.
She is known for her decisive strategy, strong negotiation skills, and ability to resolve disputes swiftly through mediation or litigation when necessary.
Samantha regularly advises on:
Samantha is committed to providing clear, early advice so clients understand their position and options from day one.
Samantha is ready to guide you through your will dispute and help you achieve a fair, workable resolution.
Want to speak Samantha now? Call her on 0330 678 1398.
Frequently Asked Questions
We will aim to settle your claim as quickly and efficiently as possible. Each of these cases are very fact specific and how long a case takes to settle will depend on several factors including the conduct of the parties and the type of dispute.
Yes, we do offer No win, no fee (Conditional Fee Agreements or CFAs) on a case by case basis. Our experts shall discuss funding option with you during the initial consultation (up to 1 hour).
Yes. We act for clients across England and Wales and we can conduct all meetings online. We can also act for clients who live abroad if the estate in dispute is in England and Wales.
Fill out our contact form for a free consultation and we will take you through the next steps. Want to speak to us now? Call us on 0330 678 1398.
Yes. Flint Bishop regularly assists clients who wish to challenge a will after probate has been granted. We can advise on whether a caveat, claim, or application to court is still possible, depending on your circumstances and the type of claim.
Yes. Some claims have strict deadlines for example:
Inheritance Act claims: 6 months from the grant of probate
Validity disputes: No strict limit, but acting quickly is essential
Flint Bishop can advise immediately on which deadlines apply to you.
Yes. We can quickly enter a caveat to stop probate being issued or apply for court orders where appropriate. Acting early can prevent estate assets from being distributed before your claim is resolved.
In most cases, no. Flint Bishop resolves the majority of disputes through negotiation or mediation. Court proceedings are only required if the parties cannot reach agreement.
Flint Bishop can challenge an executor’s actions, remove them if necessary, or compel them to disclose information. Executors must act in the best interests of the estate.
You can bring a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 if you are an eligible to bring a claim and the will fails to make reasonable financial provision for you. We can advise you on whether you have a claim in the initial consultation.
Absolutely. Many disputes are between siblings who disagree about:
We handle these disputes sensitively while protecting your legal rights.
If someone dies without a will, the estate is distributed under intestacy rules. Flint Bishop can help you challenge the distribution and this is something we can discuss with you at the initial consultation.
There can be, but Flint Bishop provides:
Yes. Certain family members — even if not related by blood — maybe eligible if they were financially dependent on the deceased. We can assess whether you have a qualifying claim.
Flint Bishop frequently investigates changes made close to death and has successfully challenged many of these wills.
Yes. We represent clients nationwide and nationally, handling all meetings online via video, phone, and secure document sharing.
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.
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