Irwin Mitchell's contentious trusts and probate department continues to see considerable growth in both its client base and ongoing mandates. Reflecting its sustained development, the team acts for a broad range of individuals, entrepreneurs and professionals, as well as executors, trustees and charities. Cara Hough is the lead figure for the practice in the South West, bringing considerable expertise in will validity disputes, executor removal applications and claims under the Inheritance Act.
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- Cara Hough is a pleasure to work with – sensible, pragmatic, and direct in her approach. Richard Smaller is technically excellent and a very nice person to work with and against.
- Cara Hough is a partner in the Bristol team at Irwin Mitchell. She is technically very knowledgeable and is good to work collaboratively with.
- Their in-depth knowledge of contentious issues impressed me. I was impressed with Michelle Chapman.
- Irwin Mitchell's Contentious Trusts and Probate team has a wide range of expertise, and we understand that the team offers an excellent service to its clients.
Practice head
Claire-Marie Cornford; Cara Hough
Other key lawyers
Hannah Coton-Smith