Irwin Mitchell acts for its well-established client base of individuals, entrepreneurs and professionals with contested validity of wills, lifetime gifts and family provision claims. Team head James Laycock is based in Leeds, with extensive experience in will claims, beneficiary disputes and property claims arising under TOLATA. Laura Pang is well versed in post-death disputes, including will validity claims, Court of Protection matters, and executor and trustee disputes relating to property or assets. Ben Lyon has a particular interest in cases involving freezing injunctions, while Richard Smaller excels in financial abuse work. Bethan Smith, Danni Brannon and Stephen Briggs closely support the team.
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James Laycock
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Laura Pang; Ben Lyon; Richard Smaller; Bethan Smith; Danni Brannon; Stephen Briggs