Professional Negligence in the Drafting of a Will

While many people choose to have their Will written by a solicitor, Will writing is not a regulated activity, and it is also possible for non-lawyers, such as financial advisors or non-regulated Will writers, to draft Wills.

Regardless of who drafted your Will, if a solicitor or non-lawyer fails in their duty or gives bad advice, and if you believe you have suffered financial losses because of their negligence, you may be able to make a professional negligence claim.

At Bridge McFarland LLP, we can offer support and advice if you have been let down by a regulated legal representative or non-lawyer who has written your Will, guiding you through the process of making a Will writer professional negligence claim.

For more information about professional negligence in the drafting of a Will, or to speak to one of our solicitors in Hull, Lincoln, Louth, Brigg, Anlaby, Market Rasen, Scarborough and Grimsby, call Bridge McFarland LLP on 0800 987 8800 or email wills@bmcf.co.uk.

Solicitor for Professional Negligence Claims Against Will Writers Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire

We can advise and represent you in all types of professional negligence claims relating to Wills, trusts and estates. Our professional negligence solicitors are experienced dispute resolution lawyers and members of the Professional Negligence Lawyers Association (PNLA).

Our partner-led team has a proven track record of success and will always give you clear and straightforward advice. We aim to settle your claim as soon as possible and are experts in mediation and all other forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Most claims are settled without the need for court proceedings, but where this is not possible, our professional negligence solicitors are experienced and formidable litigators.

Our Will Writing Professional Negligence Services

At Bridge McFarland LLP, we understand the complexities involved in pursuing a professional negligence claim, particularly in cases related to the drafting of a Will. Our team of experienced solicitors can offer specialist advice and guidance on a wide range of Will drafting disputes, including, but not limited to:

• Mistakes in Will drafting or the administration of estates in accordance with the wishes of the deceased.
• Failing to advise appropriately or to protect your position concerning costs.
• Not following instructions.
• Giving incorrect advice.
• Not acting in your best interests.

If you are unsure whether a solicitor could help you with your dispute, please get in touch with the friendly team at Bridge McFarland LLP, who will take the time to listen to your issue and resolve it as efficiently as possible.

Funding Arrangements for Trusts and Wills Dispute Claims

In appropriate cases, we will share the risk with you through flexible and innovative funding arrangements, including:

• Conditional fee agreements (CFAs) (also known as “no win, no fee” agreements).
• Discounted CFAs (also known as “no win, low fee” agreements).
• Fixed and capped fees.
• Competitive hourly rate charges.
• Legal expenses (“after-the-event” or “ATE”) insurance to cover the risk of having to pay costs to the other side (and your own expenses) if your claim is unsuccessful.
• Disbursement funding for expenses such as court fees and expert’s fees.

If a claim is suitable for funding by a full CFA with ATE legal expenses insurance and a disbursement funding loan, it will involve no up-front costs to you, and you will have nothing to pay if the claim is unsuccessful.

We will discuss these options for funding your case, but you can find further details here.

Private Client Legal Services

The team of private client solicitors at Bridge McFarland LLP offer a range of services relating to your Will and Estate, including:

• Drafting and amending a Will
• Estate Planning
• Powers of Attorney
• Trusts
• Inheritance Tax
• Statutory Wills
• Deputyships and Court of Protection
• Probate and Letters of Administration
• Elderly Client

Dispute Resolution Services

Our experienced and friendly team of lawyers can also provide specialist advice on various contentious matters and disputes, such as:

• Inheritance Act Claims
• Intestacy estates
• Contesting a Will
• Defending a Will dispute claim
• Property and Assets disputes
• Estate administration and Executor disputes
• Applications to remove or replace Executors or Administrators
• Claims made against Executors or Administrator
• Trusts disputes
• Court of Protection disputes

Other Legal Services

Bridge McFarland LLP offers uncomplicated guidance and advice when you most need it. Whatever your legal matter, relating to your private wealth or otherwise, speak to our team of friendly solicitors.

To speak to one of our solicitors in Hull, Lincoln, Louth, Brigg, Anlaby, Market Rasen, Scarborough and Grimsby today, please call 0800 987 8800 or make an online enquiry.

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