Wills & Probate

Wills & Probate

At Malins Chambers, our barristers provide clear, authoritative advice and representation on all matters relating to wills, probate, and the administration of estates. We assist clients in navigating the legal, financial, and often emotional complexities that arise when planning for the future or managing the affairs of a loved one.

Comprehensive Expertise in Wills & Estate Matters

We act for individuals, executors, beneficiaries, trustees, and professional advisers in a wide range of disputes and advisory matters, including:

  • Contested wills and probate disputes

  • Challenges to validity (undue influence, lack of capacity, improper execution)

  • Inheritance Act claims

  • Executor and trustee disputes

  • Administration and distribution of estates

  • Claims against personal representatives

  • Construction and rectification of wills

  • Cross-border estates and international succession issues

Our barristers combine deep doctrinal knowledge with practical experience to deliver solutions that safeguard legacies and resolve disputes efficiently.

Sensitive, Strategic, and Client-Focused

Wills and probate matters often involve family relationships, long-standing expectations, and the emotional weight of bereavement. We approach every case with sensitivity while providing decisive, strategic guidance to protect our clients’ interests.

Whether handling contentious probate litigation or providing straightforward advisory support, we ensure that clients receive clear, pragmatic advice tailored to their needs.

International Reach

With an increasing number of estates involving assets, beneficiaries, or interests across multiple jurisdictions, our team has experience in:

  • International probate

  • Cross-border inheritance disputes

  • Recognition and enforcement of foreign wills

  • Estate administration involving offshore assets

Our members frequently advise on conflicts of law, domicile issues, and international succession frameworks.

Efficient Resolution, Strong Advocacy

We aim to resolve disputes at the earliest opportunity through negotiation or mediated settlement. Where litigation becomes necessary, our barristers provide robust, persuasive advocacy in the High Court, appellate courts, and in international matters.