Executor & Administrator Removal Claims - A Practical Guide

Introduction

Executor and administrator removal claims are among the most common and contentious probate disputes, with a growing number of high-profile court decisions highlighting the challenges practitioners face.

Designed for solicitors handling contentious probate and complex estate administration, this new virtual classroom seminar provides a practical guide to removal and passing over claims. Alongside the core legal principles and procedures, you will explore the issues that often determine the outcome of a case, including indemnities, enforcement and the relationship between removal applications and other administration disputes.

You will learn how to assess the merits of a claim, build a persuasive case, navigate procedural complexities, advise clients with confidence and apply the latest case law to real-world scenarios. You will leave with practical strategies you can use immediately in practice.

Register today to strengthen your expertise in executor and administrator removal claims and gain the knowledge and confidence to use the Court's removal powers effectively while keeping estate administration on track.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• Identifying when removal or passing over is the appropriate remedy
• Understanding the legal basis for removal and passing over applications
• Considering the position of trustees and how the principles differ
• Establishing who has standing to bring a claim
• Navigating the procedural requirements from start to finish
• Reviewing the key authorities and the latest case law
• Distinguishing strong grounds for removal from claims unlikely to succeed
• Preparing persuasive evidence that meets the Court's expectations
• Appointing replacement personal representatives
• Resolving removal claims by consent
• Understanding costs and the Court's approach
• Managing consequential issues, enforcement and practical outcomes
• Exploring the overlap between removal applications and other estate administration disputes
• Practical tips and strategic guidance for both claimants and defendants

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.