If you have been left out of a Will, or not properly provided for, you may have a claim under the Family Provisions Act 1982 (FPA).
Contested or Disputed Estates is a complex area of law. Whether you are an applicant seeking provision out of the Estate, seeking to protect provision which ahs been made for you where the will is being challenged, or an Executor dealing with a claim, we can provide expert legal advice and representation.
Dominic Wilson heads our Probate team. He has over 25 years experience in this particular field and will advise you in plain English about your case, its prospects for success, and what needs to be done to get the best results for you. Working with Dora Maddock, an experienced litigator, Dominic is able to quickly ascertain the key issues in your case and determine the best way forward.
It is important to note that not everyone can contest a Will, and only an “eligible person” can make a claim under the Family Provisions Act.
People who may be eligible to claim include:-
- a spouse of the deceased, including a de facto spouse and a person living in a domestic relationship with the deceased at the date of death (that relationship can be a same sex relationship)
- a child of the deceased
- a former spouse of the deceased
- a person who was dependant on the deceased
- others including a member of the household of the deceased.
There are many criteria and conditions that apply to each of the categories and the experienced solicitors in our Wills and Probate team at Craddock Murray Neumann are happy to provide further information on your eligibility to make or defend a claim.
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