Claire James RWK Goodman

Claire James

Associate

Private Client | Wills, Trusts and Estates

T: 01225 730 226 (DDI)
T: 01225 730100
M: 07917 826186
claire.james@rwkgoodman.com
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About Claire

After her undergraduate degree, Claire completed her legal studies in the College of Law, Bristol and obtained a distinction in the Graduate Diploma in Law and Legal Practice Course.

After qualifying as a solicitor in 2014, Claire worked in the Contentious Trusts and Probate team of an established high street firm before joining RWK Goodman in 2021 in our Contested Wills, Trusts and Inheritance Disputes team.

Claire advises on all matters related to contentious probate and aims to provide practical and easy to understand advice to her clients.

Claire undertakes all types of contentious trusts and probate work including:

  • Acting for claimants and defendants in claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975;
  • Challenging and defending Wills in validity disputes;
  • Advising executors and beneficiaries on issues relating to the administration of estates; and
  • Advising claimants and defendants in relation to claims under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996.

Memberships

Claire is a member of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS).

Interests

Claire enjoys spending time with friends and her young family and has recently started learning hand embroidery. Claire loves live music, comedy and theatre, and enjoys attending festivals.

More information on Claire's areas of expertise

Contested Wills, Trusts and Inheritance
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Estate administration and Executor disputes
If someone close to you has dies then it can be a very upsetting time. Matters will only be made worse if you then face difficulty in resolving the administration of your loved one’s estate.
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