Contested Wills – Undue influence

If it is considered an individual has been coerced or compelled into making a Will that they did not want to make then a challenge to the Will’s validity can be made.

What amounts to coercion varies and will depend on the individual making the Will.  By way of example, there is less force in coercing an individual considered to be vulnerable, frail or elderly.

There is no time limit to make a claim disputing the validity of a Will but we recommend contacting us as quickly as possible and preferably before estate assets have been distributed.  Claims may be rejected by the court if it considers there has been undue delay in bringing a claim.

For more information please consult our Contested Wills Experts:

For more information please consult our Contested Wills – Undue influence Experts:

Amanda Hyam

Lorraine Walker