Inheritance and Trust Disputes
London Dispute Resolution Lawyers

Specialist Advice on Inheritance and Trust Disputes in London

At Staple Inn Notaries, we advise individuals, families, executors, trustees and beneficiaries on Wills, trusts and inheritance disputes in London, providing clear, strategic advice aimed at resolving disputes efficiently and discreetly.

From our Central London offices, we act for clients across London, England and Wales, and internationally, particularly in high-value and complex family disputes involving estates, trusts and succession.

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Inheritance and Will Disputes

Disputes following a death can be legally complex and emotionally charged. We advise on a wide range of Will and inheritance disputes, including:

Challenges to the validity of a Will
Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
Disputes between beneficiaries
Executor disputes and removal of executors
Allegations of lack of capacity, undue influence or fraud
Interpretation of Will clauses

Our London-based team provides practical advice focused on protecting your position while minimising unnecessary conflict.

Trust Disputes

We regularly advise on trust disputes, acting for trustees, beneficiaries and settlors, including:

Breach of trust claims
Disputes over trustee decisions
Removal or appointment of trustees
Disagreements over trust distributions
Interpretation of trust documents
Trustee duties and fiduciary obligations

Our expertise in trust law and administration allows us to identify weaknesses quickly and pursue proportionate resolutions.

Dispute Resolution Options

We advise clients on the most appropriate dispute resolution method based on the nature, value and sensitivity of the dispute.

Negotiation

Many inheritance and trust disputes can be resolved through structured negotiation, preserving family relationships and controlling costs.

Mediation

Mediation is often highly effective in Wills and trust disputes, particularly for London families seeking confidentiality and speed. We represent clients robustly throughout the mediation process.

Arbitration

Where appropriate, arbitration provides a private and binding alternative to court proceedings.

Court Proceedings

Where disputes cannot be resolved consensually, we advise on and manage court proceedings in the High Court and County Court, including urgent injunctions where required.

High-Value and International Inheritance Disputes

We act in complex and high-value disputes, including cases involving:

London and UK property
Family trusts
Business interests
International assets
Overseas beneficiaries or executors

Our combined private client, contentious probate and notarial expertise allows us to manage cross-border elements effectively.

Preventing Future Disputes

We also advise clients on dispute avoidance, including:

Clear and robust Will drafting
Use of trusts to manage succession
Letters of wishes
Executor and trustee selection
Capacity and compliance safeguards

Early advice can significantly reduce the risk of future litigation.

Why Choose Staple Inn Notaries for Inheritance Disputes in London?

Central London dispute resolution specialists
Expertise in Wills, trusts and inheritance disputes
Experience with high-value and sensitive family matters
Strategic focus on early and proportionate resolution
Litigation-ready where court action is unavoidable
Discreet, professional and client-focused approach

Wills and Estates

London wills lawyers advise on UK and cross-border wills, protecting family wealth, controlling succession and mitigating inheritance tax. We draft clear, robust wills for high-net-worth and international families, ensuring assets pass efficiently and securely under English law.

Trust Administration

London trust lawyers advise on discretionary, life interest and Will trusts, safeguarding family wealth, managing succession and mitigating inheritance tax. We structure and administer compliant, tax-efficient trusts for UK and international families with complex, high-value estates.

Probate Administration

Expert probate administration in London for UK and cross-border estates. We manage grants of probate, estate administration, asset collection, tax reporting, and distributions efficiently, supporting executors and beneficiaries with clear advice, discretion, and international expertise throughout England and Wales worldwide.