Taylor Rose’s recent caseload encompasses challenges to a will validity, Inheritance Act 1975 claims, and burial disputes. The practice is jointly overseen by Sharon Macaulay and Wendy Rixon; Macaulay is praised as a ‘thoughtful and dynamic partner who deals with all contentious probate matters with skill to achieve great results for clients’, while Rixon is skilled at challenges to the validity of wills. Georgia Langston handles Court of Protection matters.
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- ‘A strong team of highly specialist contentious probate lawyers who combine legal excellence with a hardworking, client-focused ethos.’
- ‘Taylor Rose are knowledgeable, proactive, and sensible in negotiations – standouts in contentious probate.’
- ‘The team handles a wide range of disputes, including niche areas like burial disputes and lifetime Court of Protection matters, with equal skill and efficiency.’
- 'The Taylor Rose team stands out in complex trust litigation and 1975 Act claims, expertly managing family sensitivities while keeping focused on results.’
- ‘Georgia Langston is exceptional. She never drops the ball and is always up to speed with both the law and the client’s case. She is a true asset to Taylor Rose and definitely one to watch.’
- ‘Georgia Langston is incredibly intelligent and adept at handling complex matters. She progresses cases efficiently and is a refreshing professional to deal with.’
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Practice head
Sharon Macaulay; Wendy Rixon
Other key lawyers
Georgia Langston