David Patterson

Partner and Head of Contentious Probate

Get to know me

I have considerable expertise as to Will disputes including challenges to Wills on grounds of lack of testamentary capacity; undue influence; and fraudulent calumny. I advise Executors, Beneficiaries and Trustees in such disputes. I also advise as to claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, and proprietary claims including ToLATA, and estoppel disputes. I apply my skills as an accredited Mediator in achieving early settlements of disputes saving costs and time for clients.

I focus on building a strong rapport with my clients to gain their trust. I prioritise listening carefully to clients to ensure that I fully understand their needs and provide tailored, accurate advice.

Outside of work I enjoy walking my dog, gardening, I am a keen sportsman and passionate about skiing.

Supported by

Hope Moody
Hope Moody
Legal Assistant
Hope Moody

Hope Moody

hopemoody@goughs.co.uk

My Main Office: Chippenham

Accreditations & Certifications

What Our Clients Say

"I’ll take this opportunity also to thank Mr Patterson and yourself (Hope Moody) for the speedy resolution to my plight put to you only a few months ago and your professional and thorough overview of it all."
Goughs gives outstanding customer satisfaction. They are very approachable, reliable, courteous, and informed. I would recommend Goughs to anyone.

My greatest achievement

My greatest personal achievement is marrying my wife Anna. We have been married for 24 years.

My greatest professional achievement is mediation in a foreign country for a £50 million claim achieving a settlement against great odds.

What I like about working for Goughs

From walking into the office for the first time I was welcomed by lots of new friendly colleagues. The Goughs values are really embedded in the culture. I am afforded the opportunity to grow a team within Contentious Probate and I look forward to training others in the future.

See all the members of the team

Solicitor

Trainee Solicitor

Solicitor

Paralegal

Solicitor

Paralegal

Residential Property Paralegal

Associate Solicitor

Senior Associate

Partner and Head of Residential Property

Trainee Residential Conveyancer

What I like about working for Goughs

From walking into the office for the first time I was welcomed by lots of new friendly colleagues. The Goughs values are really embedded in the culture. I am afforded the opportunity to grow a team within Contentious Probate and I look forward to training others in the future.

David Patterson

Partner and Head of Contentious Probate

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