Inheritance Disputes
Disputes over wills, estates, and trusts are often among the most emotionally and legally complex, especially when they arise after the loss of a loved one. At Roach Pittis, we provide sensitive but clear legal advice to help you navigate these difficult situations with confidence and care.
We support individuals, families, trustees, and beneficiaries in resolving a wide range of inheritance and private wealth disputes. Whether you're contesting a will, concerned about a trust, or facing delays or disagreements with executors, we are here to help you achieve a fair and practical outcome.
How We Can Help
We advise on all types of private wealth disputes, including:
Wills and inheritance disputes – including challenges to the validity of a will or disagreements over how an estate is distributed
Inheritance Act claims – for spouses, children, or dependants who have not been reasonably provided for
Trust disputes – including conflicts between trustees and beneficiaries or concerns over the management of trust assets
Family wealth disagreements – relating to lifetime gifts, property, or informal arrangements
Executor and estate administration disputes – covering delays, misconduct, or mismanagement of estate assets
These cases often involve close family relationships, which can add complexity and sensitivity to the process. Our role is to provide clear-headed legal advice and help you pursue your objectives without escalating conflict unnecessarily.
Meet the Team
Our inheritance disputes team is led by Lee Peckham, Director and Head of Litigation at Roach Pittis. He is supported Miranda Allardice, a specialist employed barrister with deep experience in this complex area of law. Miranda brings strategic insight, clear communication, and a calm, focused approach to each case.
Together, they advise on:
Inheritance Act 1975 claims
Validity and construction of wills
Disputes over executors and trustees
Proprietary estoppel and trust-based claims
Whether you're bringing a claim or defending one, we’ll work with you to develop the right legal strategy and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
