Davinder Singh Bal
DS Bal is a highly experienced and respected lawyer with over 25 years of experience in civil litigation.
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Name: Mr. DS Bal
Title: Consultant Solicitor at Claim Today Contest a Will
Founder & Director: Claim Today (October 1999 – Present)
Previous Experience:
- Solicitor at Thompsons Solicitors (1995 – 1999)
- Trainee Solicitor (1995 – 1997)
- European Consultant (1992) at Walsall College, Aarhus Denmark
Admitted as a Solicitor: 1997
Experience:
Mr. DS Bal is a highly experienced and respected lawyer with over 25 years of expertise in civil litigation. He specializes in contested wills and contentious probate matters and possesses a profound understanding of civil law and the litigation process. Mr. Bal excels in resolving complex and sensitive disputes and is dedicated to providing his clients with the best possible representation.
Key Attributes:
A lawyer with a career spanning since 1999, Mr. Bal’s key attributes include dedication, leadership, community involvement, equality, optimism, respect, resilience, humility, and mentoring.
Career Highlights:
Mr. Bal commenced his career as a successful Personal Injury lawyer at two national trade union law firms, Rowley Ashworth and Thompsons (now merged), where he collaborated with dedicated and highly skilled lawyers.
He went on to found Claim Today Solicitors, which became a well-known brand nationwide in personal injury and clinical negligence, with Shah Rukh Khan as its brand ambassador.
Mr. Bal takes pride in having served clients, employees, and the broader community by creating initiatives that enhance daily lives and professional careers. He established DBS Heart, an organization that supports regional charities.
Claim Today received numerous accolades, including Legal 500 status, and was listed in the Sunday Times as a top 100 company to work for. The firm was also awarded the Customer Service Excellence award from the Government Cabinet Office in 2014 and received the 2017 Feefo Trusted Service Awards.
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Frequently asked questions.
Can A Will Be Contested?
Yes, a will can be contested if there are valid legal grounds to challenge its validity.
What are the different Types of Trusts?
There are several types of trusts used in estate planning, each serving a different purpose depending on your goals.
What are Examples of Inheritance Trust disputes?
Breach of Trust: Mismanagement of assets by the trustee.
Trustee Removal: Conflicts leading to the removal of a trustee.
Interpretation: Disagreements over the trust’s legal wording.
Undue Influence: Pressure on the creator to change trust terms.
Financial Claims: Beneficiaries claiming they haven’t received their fair share.
What’s the difference between contesting a will and contentious probate?
Contesting a Will:
This specifically refers to challenging the validity of the will itself.
Common grounds include claims that the deceased lacked mental capacity, the will was forged, or they were under “undue influence” when signing it.
Contentious Probate:
This is a broader term that covers any dispute arising after someone’s death during the administration of the estate.
Do I have to go to court to contest the probate?
No, you do not always have to go to court. Most probate disputes are resolved through:
Mediation: A professional mediator helps both sides reach an agreement without a judge.
Negotiation: Solicitors from both sides negotiate a fair settlement privately.
Settlement Agreements: A legal contract is signed to end the dispute outside of court.
Court as a Last Resort: Litigation is only used if all other attempts to settle fail.
