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Mediation of Probate Disputes in Oxfordshire

Posted by Stephen Wood on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, In : Probate Mediation in Oxfordshire 
Mediation of probate, wills and inheritance disputes in Oxfordshire.

Many different types of dispute can arise out of a deceased’s estate.  These can include disputes concerning:

1. Lack of testamentary capacity;
2. Lack of due execution;
3. Undue influence;
4. Construction or interpretation of a Will;
5. A failure to made adequate financial provision, pursued under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975; and
6. Disputes during the administration of estates.

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Mediation of a property dispute in Denby Dale, West Yorkshire

Posted by Stephen Wood on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, In : Property Mediation 
Yesterday I was mediating a property dispute in Denby Dale, West Yorkshire.  The parties and their Counsel all took a very pragmatic approach and we managed to reach a settlement.  Given the local viaduct, I suppose I should say that I was able to help them 'bridge the gap'.  Thankfully after years of the dispute, all parties are now able to move forward with certainty, with one less concern.  I enjoyed some fantastic views on the journey home.
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About Me


Stephen Wood is an ADR Group Accredited Civil & Commercial Mediator, an ADR Group Accredited Workplace Mediator, an ADR Group Accredited Online Mediator and a Consultant Litigation Solicitor. In 2017 Stephen was appointed to the Panel of Chairs of the Valuation Tribunal of England. In 2023 Stephen was appointed a Family Court Magistrate in Leicestershire. Stephen has undertaken over 100 paid mediations.

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