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Fast find key contentious trusts and estates precedents

This collection of contentious trusts and estates Precedents consists of those that are frequently used in probate claims, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 and administration actions as well as some trusts precedents. It also includes some less frequently used Precedents. It combines Precedents drafted by the Lexis+ UK Practical Guidance team with Precedents from other popular sources elsewhere in Lexis+ Legal Research.

See Practice Note: Fast find key contentious trusts and estates precedents

How to issue a Part 7 claim in contentious estates

This How to guide provides guidance on how to issue a Part 7 claim in contentious estates. It focuses particularly on procedural aspects that are specific to contentious estates.

See Practice Note: How to issue a Part 7 claim in contentious estates.

Psychology of trust and estates disputes

This Practice Note considers the psychology of trust disputes, including common triggers of disputes, common biases and possible solutions.

See Practice Note: Psychology of trust and estates disputes.

Practice and procedure—CPR Part 57—probate and

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