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Wedlake Bell LLP

Private Wealth Disputes

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We have significant experience in advising on a wide range of UK and cross-border disputes concerning estates, trusts and vulnerable clients. We also recognise that disputes can be stressful for those involved and so we always aim for an expedient conclusion, using alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, wherever possible.

Our particular expertise includes:

Estate Disputes

  • claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.
  • challenges to the validity of a Will including those relating to a lack of testamentary capacity and undue influence.
  • applications for the removal of executors.
  • disputes regarding the deceased’s personal possessions or the ownership of a deceased’s ashes.

Trust Disputes

  • advising trustees and beneficiaries in relation to trust assets and the administration of the trust, such as seeking disclosure of financial or other information.
  • applications for the removal of a trustee.
  • applications to vary the terms of a trust.
  • proprietary estoppel and constructive trust claims.

Vulnerable client disputes

  • advising on and preparing a wide range of applications to the Court of Protection in respect of incapacitated individuals including: the appointment of a deputy for property and affairs; making a statutory Will or gift; and the appointment or discharge of a trustee.
  • dealing with the Office of the Public Guardian in cases of suspected financial abuse by an attorney.

Chambers Review

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Private Wealth Disputes - London (Firms)

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Wedlake Bell advises clients across domestic and international contentious trusts and probate disputes. Its lawyers are well placed to provide specialist litigation advice on issues relating to asset recovery and breach of duty claims.
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Strengths

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  • The Wedlake Bell team have excellent knowledge and skill, and cross-team working practices. They are highly experienced and can handle anything a case might throw at their clients. They also have excellent client support.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

  • They are pragmatic. It is a good firm that does great work.

    Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Andrew O'Keeffe
    Andrew O'Keeffe

    Andrew O'Keeffe

    Andrew O'Keeffe's contentious trust and probate practice includes acting for various parties in disputed inheritance cases regarding sizeable family estates.

    • Andrew O'Keeffe has a strong reputation for getting good results for clients. He is very knowledgeable.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Andrew is highly sought-after, brings a lot of experience to the table, has very good strategic instincts and handles factually complicated cases very calmly.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Andrew is a highly impressive contentious trusts and probate specialist who has a combination of technical precision, strategic judgement and calm, measured advice.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Caroline Miller
    Caroline Miller

    Caroline Miller

    Caroline Miller's practice combines contentious and non-contentious private wealth matters. She leads the private client team at Wedlake Bell.

    • Caroline Miller exudes confidence and excellence. Clients consistently respond to her rare balance of intellectual rigour and practical judgement; always steering matters towards solutions that are commercially sensible and proportionate to her client’s wider objectives. She is measured, pragmatic and solutions-focused, and she handles delicate private client matters with discretion and tact.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Caroline quite rightly prides herself on communication with clients and client service, whilst bringing them pragmatic solutions and trying to ensure the best outcomes for them.
      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Caroline is fantastic; really careful and clear in her communications. She knows the law.

      Private Wealth Disputes respondentHigh Net Worth
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