‘Our case was complex as it was a proprietary estoppel claim to commit to a mutual will even though it was never signed by the surviving party. It was a long case which also involved the removal of one of the executors and a dispute regarding chattels. The Ashfords team was excellent, very supportive and knowledgeable. They were able to explain the legal arguments and options available to us, eventually leading us to mediation and settlement.’

‘Robert Horsey was excellent and he provided team leadership and was always available to explain the best legal strategy, highlighting the risks involved.’

‘I always recommend Ashfords. High standards of technical expertise not only from partners but also from all associate- and even junior-level solicitors are second to none. Consistently high levels of support and advice are provided across the firm.’

‘Very approachable and helpful.’

‘An extremely impressive team that provides high-quality service.’

‘Kevin Kennedy is an impressive litigator who is calm under pressure, has great strategic vision and fights hard for his clients.’

‘Clarke Willmott has a deep and impressive team that covers all contentious probate and trusts disputes.’

‘Emma Ironside – lots of experience. She is great at delivering results for clients and managing day-to-day litigation of all contentious probate matters. Esther Woolford – a partner with a particular focus on equestrian and agricultural disputes, which naturally and regularly overlap with inheritance matters. Few can match her knowledge. Bonita Walters – a great all-rounder with years of experience, there is nothing she hasn’t seen or done.’

‘Clarke Willmott has real subject matter expertise, particularly for a regional firm, and this is reflected in their varied and challenging work.’

‘Comprehensive service.’

‘Alexandra Rogers is very understanding and easy to work with.’

‘Tony Cockayne has built an excellent team around him. He is very experienced and has an unerring sense of how a case will develop and where a deal may lie. He is very strategic in his approach and is always looking for the other side’s pressure points.’

‘Great lawyers!’

‘Tony Cockayne – excellent lawyer and really easy to work.’

‘The team specialises in wills, trusts and estates disputes. This allows them to focus on the key issues that affect clients in those areas. They are outcome driven, but with client care as a key focus.’

‘Mike Muston – superb litigator. Focussed on client care and achieving great outcomes for his clients.’

‘RWK Goodman have consolidated their position as the leading contentious probate team in Bath and the surrounding area, including Bristol and Swindon. They offer a full range service in both contentious and non-contentious matters, including Court of Protection and professional trustee services.’

‘Charisse Crawford, good at unpicking the information I gave her & providing legal advice on how we could move forward. We drew up a plan of an ideal & realistic outcome and that is what she delivered.’

‘Trowers & Hamlins’ Private Wealth Dispute Resolution team has a wide range of expertise and we understand that the team offers an excellent service to their clients.’

‘A nationally renowned team with genuine expertise and a well-deserved reputation in this area.’

‘The team takes the trouble to explain legal jargon to obtain the best outcome.’

‘VWV has a really excellent contentious trusts and estate team with vast experience in probate and trusts disputes. They are often instructed in complex, high-value and multi-party disputes and their calm and thorough approach to the preparation of the case and attention to detail secures some very good outcomes and really reassures their clients that they are in the right hands.’

‘Julia Hardy is a stand-out associate. She is incredibly dedicated and has excellent judgment. She has a great rapport with clients and will guide them unerringly through even the most fraught dispute. Vicky Ward is also very deserving of praise; she really gets stuck into a case and is tenacious and thorough in her approach.’

‘Vast knowledge bandwidth. Friendly, knowledgeable and efficient team.’

‘Efficiency whilst being friendly and open.’

‘Everyone at Blanchards Bailey is helpful, friendly, and always there to help with any queries or problems. Excellent service from everyone.’

‘They were extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, competent.’

‘Victoria Riddlestone stood out, her knowledge of the law was excellent, she understood our concerns and made us feel safe, confident there would be a solution.’

‘A professional team who managed to strike the right balance between having a clear focus on the work at hand, with a kind and genuine desire to help resolve issues. They have excellent knowledge of the sector, and I am confident that we are receiving the most up-to-date support and guidance. Would highly recommend.’

‘All of my dealings are with Louise from whom I always receive thoughtful, considerate and relevant advice that, importantly, doesn’t overcomplicate the matter at hand. Progress is always the desired outcome from any of our interactions, which fills me with confidence that we are working at the same pace and with the same goal in mind.’

‘I think it’s the personalised service provided by Louise Maidment that helps it stand out.’

‘Stephens Scown has been exceptional whilst acting on my behalf. I am very impressed with all that they have done for me.’

‘The whole team acting for me at Stephens Scown has been marvellous. Davina Haydon has been totally outstanding and their expertise has resulted in High Court success.’

‘Long established, highly regarded, highly professional, broad expertise delivered by a welcoming and cheerful team.’

‘The office dealt with all enquiries with the utmost professionalism.’

‘Our contact Ian Williamson has been our guide through a difficult family situation. His advice has got us to the result we were seeking.’

‘Ian Williamson is exceptional in his field.’

‘A good understanding of the relevant law and practice, and client-focused.’

‘Katie Duthie is very competent and focused on delivering a good result.’

‘A top-notch local firm with an excellent reputation in this area.’

‘James Aspden is excellent. He’s clever, a good lawyer, a brilliant tactician, and good with clients whose corner he fights very hard. Charlotte Watts is also a real expert who knows how to achieve her clients’ objectives. Fiona Campbell-White is a real expert in her field.’

‘Detailed understanding of law relating to charities and particularly mindful of consideration of reputational issues affecting charity brands.’

‘Fiona Campbell-White gives clear, impactful, and relevant advice which achieves great outcomes while being mindful of charity reputation. Fiona will not steer you down a course that will get nowhere.’

‘Very pragmatic advice during mediations, sympathetic to their clients.’

‘Mark Scanlon = helpful and understanding.’

‘The main person I had contact with was Mark Scanlon whom I have the greatest respect for. He always took the time to explain legal jargon to me and offer a range of suitable responses. As time went on with my case, I felt more and more comfortable with him advising me as he always had a cool and calm approach.’

‘Premier probate disputes team in the south-west.’

‘Melanie Grose – simply brilliant.’

‘Melanie Grose is highly experienced and a great strategic thinker in achieving excellent outcomes for her clients. She thinks outside the box in her approach to litigation and succeeds in finding cost-effective resolution of disputes for her clients.’

‘I worked exclusively with Michelle Hayter. From my initial consultation, I found Michelle to be sharp, a clear and concise communicator and able to give good advice on moving my matter forward.’

‘Some great individuals. Michelle Hayter in particular.’

‘Michelle Hayter is experienced and a safe pair of hands.’

‘Porter Dodson provided me with a great sense of being listened to, that nothing was too much trouble and that they were extremely confident in their professional knowledge of the subject area, which very much proved to be the case.’

‘Chris Green came across as the complete professional, clearly confident in his knowledge of relevant law but without overdoing it. A pleasure to interact with, very quick to understand any issue and provide a pragmatic solution. It was quite apparent from the outset that Chris was in control and would calmly and determinedly get to the desired outcome, which he did.’

‘The team is competent and professional. Their work is thorough and timely.’

‘Being a practice that cares a lot about their clients, they make you feel very looked after.’

‘Emily Roskilly is a tenacious lawyer, looking to resolve a case pragmatically and efficiently. She is an expert in her field.’

‘The brainchild of Emily Roskilly, punching well above its weight and starting to make an impact across the country.’

‘Naomi Ireson – a legend in the making. Her calm and unflappable approach is only outdone by her knowledge and experience. Clients’ trust and confidence in Naomi are very well earned.’’

‘Slee Blackwell has dealt in an efficient and professional manner with our contentious probate situation. Always available when needed and has kept us updated throughout. I take my hat off to them!’

‘Everyone with whom I have had contact is exceptional in their understanding, professionalism, and customer care. They always respond quickly and efficiently to all questions and queries. When I chose Slee Blackwell to represent me, they were by far the best I had contacted.’

‘One of the best contentious trusts and probate firms in the South West. The team has a depth of expertise in contentious trusts and estates and a particular focus on cross-border and charity litigation.’

‘Luke Watson is a star. Luke’s understated calm belies a deep understanding of the principles and years of experience in complex litigation. Luke has excellent judgment and is a real asset.’

‘I have worked with Daniel Harris and Luke Watson and have found them very competent, conscientious and knowledgeable, and good at managing clients’ expectations.’

‘Craig Smith deserves special praise and recommendation. He is a highly focused and skilled solicitor expert in the field of dispute resolution. He is highly sensitive to his clients’ needs and dedicated to finding solutions.’

‘Craig brings a wealth of unrivalled knowledge to the table when it comes to contentious probate litigation. His robust and forthright nature with opposition is reassuring to his clients, his sensitivity and calming approach is also well needed at times of great loss, sorrow and heightened emotions. He achieves his very best for his clients.’

‘Craig Smith – offers excellent service, good value for money, on top of matters, pleasant to work with, amiable.’