Nicola Smith
Associate
Nicola is an Associate in the Contentious Trusts and Probate Team based in Manchester. Nicola has over 12 years litigation experience dealing with a variety of matters including: - debt recovery, contract disputes, professional negligence claims, enforcement proceedings, and director, partnership and shareholder disputes. In the last 6 years, Nicola has developed a specialism in Contentious Trusts and Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 claims. In 2020 Nicola qualified as an associate member of the Association of Contentious Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) which is a well-regarded organisation in the specialist field of contentious trust and probate work. Nicola helps individuals recover money/assets from family members estates in circumstances where they may have been excluded from a Will or there are suspicious circumstances relating to the creation and execution of a Will. Nicola is committed to practising those things that constitute good service from a client’s perspective: • She is accessible and responsive. • She actively pushes the case forward and keeps her clients updated. • She sticks to agreed deadlines and timings and does things within a reasonable timescale. Nicola regularly acts for Beneficiaries / Executors / Claimants / Defendants / Trustees or 3rd parties (relatives /close friends) in wide variety of disputes including advising on challenges to the validity of a Will, administration disputes, and claims against an estate for reasonable financial provision, where no provision has been made under a Will.
1 Balloon Street, M4 4BE
Licensed for 1 years
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 100%
3 Client Reviews
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About Nicola Smith
Nicola is an Associate in the Contentious Trusts and Probate Team based in Manchester. Nicola has over 12 years litigation experience dealing with a variety of matters including: - debt recovery, contract disputes, professional negligence claims, enforcement proceedings, and director, partnership and shareholder disputes. In the last 6 years, Nicola has developed a specialism in Contentious Trusts and Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 claims. In 2020 Nicola qualified as an associate member of the Association of Contentious Probate Specialists (ACTAPS) which is a well-regarded organisation in the specialist field of contentious trust and probate work. Nicola helps individuals recover money/assets from family members estates in circumstances where they may have been excluded from a Will or there are suspicious circumstances relating to the creation and execution of a Will. Nicola is committed to practising those things that constitute good service from a client’s perspective: • She is accessible and responsive. • She actively pushes the case forward and keeps her clients updated. • She sticks to agreed deadlines and timings and does things within a reasonable timescale. Nicola regularly acts for Beneficiaries / Executors / Claimants / Defendants / Trustees or 3rd parties (relatives /close friends) in wide variety of disputes including advising on challenges to the validity of a Will, administration disputes, and claims against an estate for reasonable financial provision, where no provision has been made under a Will.
Languages Spoken: English
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Associate
Forbes Solicitors Llp
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Will adjustment
Nicola and the friendly Forbes team dealt with my case with compassion and professionalism throughout the process. Communications were very informative and handled promptly with any questions that arose being answered fully and explained clearly, which during such a stressful time helped a great deal in putting my mind at ease.
I would confidently recommend to anyone seeking legal assistance in similar circumstances to approach Nicola Smith at Forbes to be in your corner.
Lawyer named in this review: Nicola Smith
A representative from Forbes Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 02 June, 2025
Thank you for your heartfelt feedback we're so glad Nicola's support brought you clarity and peace of mind during a difficult time.
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Probate dispute
Nobody expects to be in this very upsetting & stressful position. Lucy & Nicola were fantastic with dealing my probate dispute. Both very professional, supportive & tenacious, offering valued advice & support whenever needed. Everything was explained clearly throughout the process & I was updated regularly. I really can’t recommend or thank them enough.
Lawyer named in this review: Nicola Smith
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Inheritance claim
I cannot praise Nicola enough for all the help and guidance she has given to my sisters and I, during this very difficult time. The expertise and knowledge that Nicola has provided us with, has been very reassuring.
Lawyer named in this review: Nicola Smith
A representative from Forbes Solicitors Llp responded to this review on 01 November, 2023
Thank you very much Shane for a very positive review we really appreciate your feedback!!
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