The administration of an estate can be a time consuming and complex task, particularly where the Inland Revenue is involved. With Inheritance Tax affecting more and more people, it is essential that an estate is dealt with quickly and efficiently and makes the most of all available tax exemptions and reliefs. An Executor's task is not an easy one, but our specialists are available to make the process as efficient and reassuring as possible.

We offer Executorship and Trustee services. If there are business or agricultural assets involved, it is extremely important that specialist advice is sought to minimise tax liabilities and business disruption.

Contentious Probate or Trusts

Swayne Johnson can provide specialist advice concerning disputes about Wills, Estates and Trusts. This area of Law is called ‘Contentious Trust and Probate’ work and involves a combined approach for the Probate and Litigation Lawyers. Whether a Will is in existence or not, People may still be able to claim against the estate of a close relative or person who was maintaining them. Difficulties can arise in the interpretation of Wills and Trusts. In all of these cases it is essential that early advice is sought and strict time scales apply for any challenges in the courts.

Please contact Sarah Noton or David Scott for assistance.

Disputes regarding Wills or Trusts

Swayne Johnson can deal with difficult issues such as:
• Undue influence
• Lack of mental capacity
• Trustee liability
• Breach of Trust
• Provision for family and dependants
• The lack of a valid Will
• Complications in the family such as divorce and bankruptcy and how these can affect inheritance.

For more information, click on one of our specialist lawyers below:

Richard Chamberlain
Solicitor & Director

Sarah Noton
Solicitor & Director

Judy Lewis
Associate Solicitor

Dilwyn Jones
Legal Executive

Lynette Viney-Passig
Associate Solicitor

Llyr Williams
Assistant Solicitor

 

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