Dispute Resolution

Contentious Private Wealth

Disputes arising from family structures such as trusts and also following the death or loss of capacity of a loved one are stressful and high-pressure situations. Quastels delivers sensitive yet effective solutions for complex disputes within high-net-worth families and estates.

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Thomas Klemme

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Contentious Private Wealth

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Contentious Private Wealth Solicitors

An introduction to Quastels

Our contentious private wealth team provides clear, practical advice on trust, estate, succession and capacity disputes. We act for individuals, trustees, beneficiaries, executors and those involved in disputes over lasting powers of attorney, in the UK and overseas.

We work closely with our Private Wealth & Tax and International Dispute Resolution teams, ensuring that tax, structuring and cross-border issues are addressed as part of a coordinated strategy.

Contentious Private Wealth

Our Contentious Private Wealth Services

Our expertise includes:

Trust Disputes

Advising on trustee removal applications, breach of trust claims, beneficiary rights to information and the administration of trust assets.

Will Disputes

Bringing and defending challenges to the validity of a will, including claims involving testamentary capacity, want of knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud and lack of proper execution.

1975 Act Claims

Advising claimants and defendants on claims under the 1975 Act for reasonable financial provision from a deceased’s estate.

Estate Disputes

Advising on disputes arising from probate and estate administration, including claims against and on behalf of executors and administrators.

Court of Protection

Acting in Court of Protection proceedings involving mental capacity, including disputes over lasting powers of attorney and the management and protection of property and financial affairs.

Court of Protection

Private Wealth Disputes

Dedicated Hubs

Our specialists have created dedicated hubs with videos, articles and guides to help you understand the legal process.

How to Challenge a Will

Who can challenge a will, the grounds for doing so and what to expect.

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Contentious Private Wealth Solicitors

Our Approach

Our partner-led team delivers straightforward, practical advice on sensitive private wealth disputes. We guide clients through each stage of the process with clarity and focus, whether pursuing negotiation, mediation or court proceedings.

Every matter is different. We tailor our strategy to the specific circumstances, drawing on our cross-jurisdictional capabilities and working alongside specialist colleagues where tax, structuring or international issues arise.

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