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might assist in these situations, as well as alternative
methods of dispute resolution such as mediation.
For a practical guide that sets out the main grounds of
challenging or contesting a will in the UK, including
an example of a recent forged will case we acted in respect of, please see our previous article here.
https://shepwedd.com/knowledge/challenging-and-contestingwill
Discovery Forensics is a team of digital forensic and data security specialists.
Our seasoned and skilled professionals offer solid expertise in a number of
areas, including:
For enquiries in relation to challenging testamentary
documents such as wills or codicils, or any other contentious executries, trusts, or tax issues, please contact
Thomas McFarlane, Senior Associate in our dispute
resolution and litigation team, here.
Thomas.Mcfarlane@shepwedd.com
• Computer Forensics
• Mobile Phone Analysis
• Cell Site Analysis
• IT Project Disputes
• Digital Document Analysis
Discovery Forensics is able to field a select team of expert witnesses to support its
consultancy services in Civil and Criminal matters. In the Civil arena, our experts
have advised corporate and legal clients on issues such as industrial espionage,
intellectual property theft, digital document fraud and system hacking. We have
also acted in a number of major IT project disputes. All of our experts have many
hours’ court room experience and are able to provide a focused, professional
service which pays close attention to detail and client needs. Our lead expert is
CUBS accredited and has Expert and Single Joint Expert experience in High
Court proceedings.
We also regularly advise clients in relation to the
preparation of testamentary documents such as wills
and codicils. For non-contentious enquiries, including
in relation to preparing a will or creating a trust, please
contact a member of our private wealth and tax team.
https://shepwedd.com/expertise/private-wealth-and-tax
Discovery Forensics experts work extensively in the Criminal arena, too. We have
assisted in cases involving a wide range of charges including drug dealing,
harassment, rape, murder and blackmail as well as those relating to the download
and possession of indecent images. We are noted for our high quality reports,
written in plain English and our clear, concise delivery of evidence.
Authors
Thomas McFarlane
Thomas has wide-ranging experience in the field of
litigation and dispute resolution, advising both commercial clients and individuals in relation to an array
of contractual and delictual claims, including high
volume, high value, complex and novel disputes.
Contact Name: Dr Jan Collie
Tel:
020 7117 7946 - Fax: 020 7117 4818
info@discoveryforensics.co.uk - Website: www.discoveryforensics.co.uk
DX Number: 5813 - CAMBRIDGE
Address: 330, High Holborn, London, WC1V 7QT
Area of Work, Nationwide and Worldwide
Email:
Catherine Johnston - Trainee
www.shepwedd.com
Mr Simon Russett
Eur Ing MSc CEng FCIBSE FIET
Lift & Escalator Technical Expert
Simon Russett is a European Engineer and a Chartered Engineer with over 37 years of experience since 1986
in Vertical Transportation (VT). He is a fellow of the Chartered Instituted of Building Services Engineers and the
Institute of Engineering and Technology. He is a member of the Council for Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, the
British Council for Offices and the Society of Construction Law.
He provides specialist technical expertise in all aspects of lift and escalator design, for all building types, from
concept to completion, enabling clients to achieve coordinated site wide integrated VT strategies. He has
worked on many complex projects, throughout the UK, Europe, Australia, the Middle East and the USA.
Simon has undertaken projects in most sectors including commercial offices, transport, residential, industrial,
education, healthcare, retail, leisure, sports and hotels.
He has been instructed to provide technical expert advice in VT disputes, has prepared advisory reports CPR
35 ready. Is involved with alternative dispute resolution including arbitration, mediation and adjudication.
He has attended court proceedings providing evidence and been cross examined.
Simon has appeared on TV and radio as a Lift & Escalator Technical Expert.
Offices across the UK and beyond
Area of work: Worldwide, including; United Kingdom Europe Middle East and USA
Contact: Hoare Lea LLP
Tel: +44 (0)203 668 7111 - Mobile: +44 (0)7789 171 019
Email: simonrussett@hoarelea.com
Website: https://hoarelea.com/specialism/vertical-transportation/
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