At Brethertons, we understand that estate administration matters can be extremely difficult to contend with, especially at a time when you may already be grieving the loss of a loved one. Whether you intend to bring a claim against an executor or administrator, or you wish to defend a dispute that has been brought against you, having the right legal support on your side will be essential.
Our estate administration solicitors have a wide range of expertise, including in handling contentious matters related to the estate administration process. This, coupled with our team’s experience, ensures that we are able to provide a bespoke service that is tailored to your personal needs.
Our trust dispute solicitors can provide advice and guidance on a wide range of matters, including what trust laws in the UK involve and how a trust should be correctly administered. Whether you are bringing a claim or challenging a trust dispute, our team will listen closely to your concerns and advise you on the most appropriate course of action.
We will be able to advise you on everything from the estate administration process, what actions could be considered to be executor or administrator negligence, and what options could be available to remove an executor or administrator.
Our experts can help with:
- Executor and administrator negligence
- Executor and administrator fraud
- Delays in the estate administration process
- Options for removing an executor or administrator
Why choose Brethertons for support with estate administration and executor disputes?
- We are dispute resolution experts first and foremost.
- When handling estate administration and executor disputes, we work alongside our Wills, Trusts, Capacity and Probate team to provide a comprehensive service. Our combined expertise and experience mean that we are well-positioned to provide the highest standard of estate administration legal advice.
- We understand that your case is unique and, as such, we tailor our advice to your personal situation to make sure that we always reach the best possible outcome.
- Our solicitors can support clients up and down the UK through videoconferencing, email and face-to-face meetings to offer a highly personalised service.
- We will be on hand to advise on even the most contentious estate administration disputes.
- Our team provide clear, straightforward and jargon-free advice that helps you to clearly understand what steps need to be taken to secure a positive outcome.
Our services for problems with estate administration
Executor and administrator negligence
The estate administration process can be a complex one, and there are a number of challenges which need to be handled by executors and administrators. For that reason, mistakes can and often do happen.
However, where a mistake has led to progress being delayed, or even devalued the relevant, it could be possible to claim that negligence has taken place.
The standard of proof for executor or administrator negligence is relatively high as the legal expectation is not as high as a qualified professional. Even still, executors and administrators are still expected to demonstrate a certain level of competence.
If you are a beneficiary of an estate and you suspect that executor or administrator negligence is taking place, our solicitors can advise you on your options and the steps that need to be taken to find a resolution.
On the other hand, if you are acting as an executor or administrator and you are facing an allegation of negligence, we will be on hand to explain your position and whether it will be in your interests to defend against the accusations.
Executor and administrator fraud
Probate fraud is a growing issue in the UK. It goes without saying that instances of fraud can be extremely serious and could result in any assets involved in an estate being lost.
Our solicitors have experience in assisting with investigations of executor and administrator fraud, supporting you in raising a claim and taking the necessary action to have an executor removed where appropriate.
When accused of executor or administrator fraud, we can also advise you on your legal position and the options that may be available to you.
Delays in the estate administration process
The number of steps involved in the process of estate administration mean that delays can be frequent. Whether this is because the executor or administrator does not understand their duties clearly enough, or they are unable to perform their role due to other commitment, it is still crucial that progress is seen to be made.
If you are a beneficiary and believe that the process may be taking too long, our estate administration solicitors can intervene to establish what may be causing any delays and help find a resolution to any issues that may be taking place. On the other side, we can work with executors and administrators who are struggling to fulfil their duties, providing support to deescalate any disputes that may be ongoing.
Timely intervention can ensure that concerns over delays surrounding estate administration can be swiftly resolved,
Options for removing an executor or administrator
Serious concerns about the conduct of an executor or administrator could lead to them being removed from their role, then being replaced an independent, professional estate administrator.
Our estate administration solicitors can advise you on the options that may be available to you to resolve any issues related to an executor or administrators actions. This is likely to include requesting an account of the administration of the estate and, if this explanation does not prove sufficient, taking a matter to court.
Where an executor or administrator needs to be removed from their role, we can take you through the process from start to finish and provide you with the information you need to ensure that the estate is being correctly administered.
Consult our estate administration solicitors in Banbury, Bicester and Rugby
To speak to our friendly and approachable estate administration solicitors today, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
We have offices in Banbury, Bicester and Rugby, working with clients across Coventry and Warwickshire, the West Midlands, Oxfordshire and nationwide.
