Contentious Probate - Recent Case Law Round-Up

Introduction

This new virtual classroom seminar will examine the most recent contentious probate decisions published in late 2025 and 2026.

The session will cover any new cases concerning formal validity of wills, knowledge and approval, undue influence and fraudulent calumny, capacity issues, as well as costs.

As well as looking at the substantive law, the session will provide practical tips, identify potential problem areas, and consider the alternative options open to litigants.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• The most recent judicial thinking on substantive validity of wills
• The court’s approach to costs in contentious proceedings
• Practical strategies in probate matters

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.