How to contest a will: A complete guide
Can you contest a will? Yes you can contest a will. There are a range of ways to do this,
I have specialised in Commercial/Civil Litigation and Dispute Resolution since 1995. I have extensive knowledge and experience in dealing with:
as well as all dispute resolution processes, including mediation.
A key specialism of mine is representing claimants and estates regarding grounds for contesting a Will and claims made pursuant to the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependents) Act 1975.
Legal 500 ranks me as a Tier 1 Leading Individual for Contentious Probate work and a Leading Individual for Dispute Resolution work.
I am a Registered member of the Association of Contested Trust and Probate Specialists (ACTAPS)and Contentious Trusts Association (ConTrA)
I offer Litigation and Dispute Resolution services from our Cambridge office, extending representation to clients at the local, national, and global levels.
Where appropriate, I can draw upon the legal expertise of my colleagues in other teams to provide advice on specific residential and commercial property, private clients, employment, and corporate issues.

Sara Stabler has a broad understanding of commercial law and is ready to pursue litigation or mediation when necessary. She brings a critical perspective to commercial inter-family issues, balancing legal and human factors uniquely.
Legal 500 UK, 2025

“Sara Stabler is really good to work with.” Legal 500 UK, 2026, East Anglia – Private Client – Contentious trusts and probate
“Sara Stabler is very able, practical, and pleasant to work with.” Legal 500 UK, 2025, East Anglia – Private Client – Contentious trusts and probate
Can you contest a will? Yes you can contest a will. There are a range of ways to do this,
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