Mediation in Wills Disputes
In our specialist area of contentious trust and probate work, we refer the majority of our cases to mediation. Mediation involves the parties through their lawyers appointing a trained mediator – very often a Barrister. A mediation day is fixed and the parties attend the mediation with their respective legal teams. The mediator cannot impose […]
Will, Trust and Estate Disputes
Losing a loved one is always a difficult time. A dispute can make things so much more painful and unpleasant. These types of disputes are inevitably personal, emotional and hugely important to all concerned. As each person and each family is unique, so are the disputes. Our clients are unique. At TWM, we are here […]
Claims for Beneficial Interests in Property
Scenario 1 A typical example would be where a couple decide to purchase a property together, but one of them, for whatever reason, can’t get a mortgage. As a result, the property is purchased in the sole name of the person who is able to obtain the mortgage yet the parties intend the beneficial interest […]
Disputes Between Joint Property Owners
Disputes between joint owners can arise where one of the co-owners wants to sell the property to realise their interest, but the other does not want to sell because they wish to live in the property. If the dispute cannot be resolved then it may be necessary to apply to the Court for an order […]
Boundary and Other Neighbour Disputes
Neighbour disputes are a feature of life. Issues arising might include one or more of the following: Boundary disputes The classic boundary dispute between neighbours is usually over a garden fence/wall or a driveway and does not necessarily have any substantial monetary value. However, it may still be important because of the effect it has […]
Landlord and Tenant
TWM Solicitors has considerable expertise in dealing with disputes concerning property. The firm has a large and well regarded Property department, and much of the Dispute Resolution team’s work involves acting for existing clients who have property interests. We also act for many managing agents with whom we have developed close working relationships. Property disputes can […]