Probate Disputes and Remedies

Probate Disputes and Remedies provides clear, practical and in-depth guidance to the law and procedure of contentious probate. Adopting a problem-solving approach the authors highlight specific difficulties that are likely to be encountered in practice, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each course of action and point out the potential pitfalls along the way. The work deals with the following matters: * Disputed lifetime transactions and the court of protection * Coroners’ inquests and burial disputes * Obtaining the grant - dispute and resolution * Disputes relating to the will * Estate administration disputes * Disappointed beneficiary claims * Creditor claims and insolvent estates * Claims against professional advisers Expertly drafted precedents including model letters and pleadings provide the reader with a time-saving and practical resource.