Based in Bury St Edmunds, Greene & Greene has a practice that is well-equipped to cover applications for the removal of personal representatives and trustees, challenges to the validity of wills, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family & Dependants) Act 1975, and trust disputes involving both trustees and beneficiaries. The team is experienced across private client litigation, and is led by Rob Adam, whose recent workload has included a proprietary estoppel claim, an application for rectification of a will, and a 1975 Act claim on an estate valued in excess of £20m. The team can also call on veteran litigator Stuart Hughes, while Bee Belby is widely regarded as a current and future star of the market. Jade Fung and Ellice Green are further names to note.
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Testimonials

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  • I have particularly been helped by two members of the team who are both amazing, namely Jonathan Mathers and Bee Belby.
  • The Greene & Greene team is extremely efficient, and the turnaround on emails is quick. They instill confidence in their ability to deliver results in a timely fashion and produce regular updates.
  • A very capable team, especially in dealing with farming estate disputes.
  • Bee Belby is an excellent associate with wonderful attention to detail, tactical oversight, and client care.
  • Rob Adam remains a heavyweight in the region. His pragmatism and nous are integral in obtaining positive results for his clients, whether in court or via settlement.
  • The team continues to punch above its weight, primarily due to the leadership and experience of Rob Adam.

Lawyers

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Rob Adam

Other key lawyers

Stuart Hughes; Bee Belby; Jade Fung; Ellice Green

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