Often handling claims against professionals following the drafting of wills, estate planning, and trust advice, Moore Barlow's practice is headed up by Scott Taylor. Taylor is praised as a ‘safe pair of hands’, while Emily Travell is a key port of call for beneficiaries, trustees, and charities on the full gamut of private wealth disputes. Other key members of the team include Sally Holyland, who is praised as ’tough and effective’, and Lisa Green, who has experience in High Court litigation and mediation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Moore Barlow have a good team, who are well known in the field of contentious trusts and estates.'
  • ‘Scott Taylor and Sally Holyland are both first-class lawyers.’
  • ‘My main contact is with Scott Taylor, the partner who heads up the team. He is approachable, knowledgeable, and responsive.’
  • ‘Sally Holyland is very good to work with and likes to get to the bottom of problems to find good solutions for her clients.'
  • 'Emily Travell is very personable.’
  • ‘Scott Taylor is reassuringly calm and well-liked in the industry. Emily Travell is an excellent solicitor with a growing profile and a solid understanding of her clients.’

Work highlights

Appointed by the High Court as the representatives for a potential class of beneficiaries of an estate pursuant to an equivocal clause in a will.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Scott Taylor

Leading associates

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

Lisa Green

Practice head

Scott Taylor

Other key lawyers

Emily Travell: Sally Holyland; Lisa Green