Professional Negligence Claims against Solicitor
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Professional Negligence Claims against Solicitors
What is professional negligence in Wills?
When preparing a person’s Will or other legal documents, a Professional has a duty of care. If you have proof that your legal advisor violated this duty of care, you can file a professional negligence claim. A professional negligence claim can be:
- A poorly prepared will or other legal documents such as a trust
- Negligent advice regarding taxes, probates, or financial assessments
Can I claim on behalf of someone else?
If there is proof that a professional breached their duty of care, there are some circumstances you can claim on behalf of someone else such as:
- You are a beneficiary and disappointed due to a poorly written Will, you can claim against the professional who initially wrote it.
- The person has passed away and you’re claiming against a poorly drafted Will or trust
How long do I have to start a claim?
You have six years from the date of the negligence act or three years from the date you realised there was a negligence act.
What do I do if I want to put forward a professional negligence claim?
It is important to get legal advice if you have a professional negligence claim, contact our solicitors on 0161 798 9000 today to start your claim.
