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Claims Against a Deceased Estate

Glanvilles can assist you in dealing with claims arising out of a deceased's estate. This is a complex area of law and our specialist team of family solicitors will be able to advise and assist with a claim under the Inheritance Act.

Making an inheritance claim

If you have been left out of a Will or if you feel that adequate provision has not been made, it is important to act quickly. Will disputes, contested estates and inheritance claims will require a detailed examination of the deceased estate and the surrounding circumstances and strict time limits apply.

There are a number of circumstances in which you may be entitled to challenge a Will, or make a claim for greater provision from a deceased estate. You should seek advice immediately if:

You were dependent on the deceased and you have not been provided for in their Will
The provision made for you in the Will is not adequate for your needs
You believe that the Will is unfair
You are named as Executor and the Will does not provide for a family member or spouse
You believe that the deceased was not of sound mind when they made their last Will
You believe that the deceased was unduly influenced by one or more beneficiaries named in the Will
The deceased passed away without a Will
The Will is unclear

Types of Deceased Estate Claims

When challenging an estate there are generally two main types of claims:

Challenging the validity of a Will
Making a claim for greater provision from an estate pursuant to the Inheritance (Family Provision) Act 1972 (SA) (known as an "Inheritance Claim").

If you do believe you may have a claim against a deceased's estate, contact a member of our team.

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Gerard McCloskey
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Havant
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Chichester
“I am just writing to express our thanks for the various advice's you provided and the efficient and professional way in which you executed matters relating to obtaining Probate on our late brother's estate and the sale of the property. I would have no hesitation in recommending Glanvilles to friends and acquaintances.”
Havant
"We cannot recommend Oliver Zaki highly enough. In this unprecedented time, he has been professional throughout, having to deal with very difficult circumstances and extraordinary demands from 'the other side'. Oliver has been very pragmatic and understanding in his approach and we cannot thank him enough. We will certainly be using his services again in the near future."
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