Challenging a will

[PipB]

Hi, I’ve been disinherited by my mother and think I may have grounds to challenge her will.*Can I do it without a solicitor? How difficult is it?*

[des8]

This may sound a stupid question, but has your mother passed away?

Assuming she has, you have six months from the date of the grant of probate in which to lodge a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family* Dependants) Act 1975.* http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1975/63
On what grounds would you be making a claim?

It is always possible to initiate court action without a solicitor, but whether or not it is wise is a separate question.
Contentious litigation tends to be very expensive, and is best avoided if possible.


Have you spoken to the beneficiaries about your possible claim?
Would they agree to a variation of the will?*