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Agricultural inheritance disputes


Inheritance disputes in the agricultural sector are on the rise. These disputes can be complex, emotionally charged and financially significant with farming livelihoods at stake.

At Mills & Reeve, our specialist team combines deep legal expertise with a practical understanding of farming businesses, land ownership structures and succession planning to help resolve disputes efficiently and sensitively.

How we can help you

When it comes to agricultural inheritance disputes, having the right legal guidance can make all the difference. Our experienced solicitors will work closely with you to protect your interests and find practical solutions.

We provide tailored support in this area, and our services may cover:

  • Advising on proprietary estoppel claims involving alleged promises made
  • Resolving disputes over wills, trusts, and intestacy affecting farmland and agricultural assets
  • Negotiating settlements and mediating family conflicts to avoid expensive and protracted court proceedings
  • Providing strategic advice on succession planning to prevent future disputes
  • Assisting with claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
  • Representing clients in litigation where necessary, including High Court and Court of Appeal cases

Whether you're facing a dispute or planning for the future, our team is here to help you protect your legacy and navigate the legal landscape with confidence.

Our lawyers

Our solicitors are recognised nationally for their expertise in agricultural law and inheritance disputes, with a strong track record of resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation. The team is recommended by Chambers UK and The Legal 500 for contentious probate and rural affairs.

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Our experience

Our solicitors understand the complexities of agricultural inheritance disputes. Here’s how we’ve made a difference for our clients:

  • We successfully settled a client’s proprietary estoppel claim against a farming estate involving multi-generational land ownership.
  • We acted for a farming client family defending the estate against a claim under the Inheritance Act.
  • We advised on a complex intestacy dispute involving agricultural tenancies and business assets.

Did you know?

Record-breaking

Nearly all of our work is confidential but last year we helped a record number of clients resolve their disputes.

Nationwide

We have specialist solicitors across multiple offices, from London to Norwich to Manchester.  

Legal directories

The team is proud to be top rated in the legal directories across large parts of the country.

Our expertise

What our clients say about us

  • First class knowledge and ability to explain things simply.
    Legal 500
  • A huge, huge thank you again for what you achieved for us yesterday. The result was way beyond any reasonable expectation we had, and that was entirely down to you. The sheer volume of quality work you have produced has been astonishing, not to mention the incredible personal support.
    A client
  • Both cutting edge and outstanding advice.
    Legal 500

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