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Private Wealth Disputes - North West
What the Team is Known For
The contentious trusts and probate team of Forbes advises high net worth clients on matters relating to the Inheritance Act 1975, trust disputes and financial abuse claims.
Strengths
Forbes has a knowledgeable team that provides advice that is always tailored to clients' needs.
The team work very closely with each other and counsel. The lines of communication are always open.
My contentious probate case is quite sensitive and complex, but Forbes Solicitors are extremely knowledgeable and have guided me through this whole process with confidence.
Notable practitioners
Tom Howcroft is joint head of the contentious trusts and probate team at Forbes. He leads on matters relating to the Inheritance Act 1975, will validity disputes and breaches of trust.
Tom is very level-headed, knows the law inside out and delivers what the client wants.
I cannot speak highly enough of Tom Howcroft. As well as his exceptional expertise, skill and knowledge, he also cared very much about me and my family.
Tom is a very strong lawyer with a good grasp of the realities of litigation.
Tom is a fantastic lawyer to work with as he is very commercially aware, likeable and easy to build a strong relationship with.