Victoria Townsend

My solicitor was Victoria in a dispute of probate case - she was just absolutely brilliant - would definitely recommend her, couldn't fault her on anything. So very glad I found her!

Our probate nightmare was settled so quickly once you took it on, thank you.

Beyond happy with the work you have done for me regarding my case.

The advice and help that you gave us was first class and we will be forever grateful.

Once again we all thank you for all your help and it has been an absolute pleasure dealing with you.

Thank you Victoria for all your help this year. It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know you and your advice has been invaluable.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness and help over the past few months. I appreciate you were doing your job but you went above and beyond for me.

A ‘Contentious Trusts and Probate’ problem was handled very sensitively, supportively and efficiently by Victoria Townsend. She gave me good advice and information that helped me so much with my difficulties and achieve a good result.

Victoria Townsend was wonderful, as my problem was a family related dispute, Victoria was very kind, helpful and considerate, which is what I needed because of the upset this problem created. Thank you so much and bless you.

I contacted Victoria Townsend in April 2021 to assist with a difficult family situation. Her calm and professional approach was exactly what was needed and she was a great support through a very stressful and emotional time. I cannot recommend Victoria highly enough.

Victoria Townsend was appointed as my solicitor as she specialises in Contentious Probate and wills. She was absolutely brilliant from the start, I could always contact her by phone or email she was super friendly and spoke in layman terms not legal jargon. Victoria kept me informed every step of the way and forwarded all communications from the Executor and then would draft an appropriate response for my approval to send. Victoria was Professional and very reassuring, her knowledge and her brilliant replies gave me a huge confidence boost and the absolute belief that I would get what I was entitled to.

Associate Victoria Townsend is the key figure at the contentious trusts team at Smith Partnership, where she takes ‘a sensible approach to litigation and settlement’; her fields of expertise; inheritance disputes, contested wills and claims involving property and estates.

A small but dedicated practice with up-and-coming associates who are skilled beyond their PQE. Excellent value for money and with a can-do attitude.

Friendly, professional, efficient and effective in accordance with stated expectations. Without hesitation, I’d recommend the legal services provided by Victoria Townsend.

Made to feel like an old friend that’s reassuring and without hesitation I’d recommend the legal services provided by Victoria Townsend. Outstanding, what more can I say!

We had the privilege of working with Victoria Townsend on some very difficult and contentious issues with my late mother’s estate. From the beginning, she brought clarity, pragmatism, and steady guidance at a time when everything felt overwhelming.

Victoria navigated several serious challenges with professionalism and calm authority, steering us toward an outcome that at one stage felt almost impossible to achieve. She was always practical, always clear, and gave us confidence at every step.

Her ability to balance sensitivity with a no-nonsense, results-focused approach made all the difference.

I would highly recommend Victoria Townsend to anyone facing complex or contentious estate matters she is pragmatic, effective, and absolutely dependable.

I recently engaged Victoria Townsend to act on my behalf in a 1975 inheritance act claim. Dealing with a somewhat reluctant defendant , I always felt that she had all bases covered and was working to get the best possible result for me. She was always aware of my ‘delicate’ financial situation and worked hard at keeping costs as reasonable as possible. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone who unfortunately has to seek a legal remedy post will.

I contacted Smith Partnership regarding a contentious probate issue, and Victoria immediately understood my situation and clearly explained the process. She was responsive, gave excellent advice, and resolved the matter in my favour with minimal stress. I would highly recommend her to anyone dealing with contentious probate.

Working in conjunction with the commercial litigation and private client teams, Smith Partnership's practice handles private client, professional negligence and will and estate claims. Heading up the practice, Victoria Townsend is a key contact for advising on will disputes, proprietary estoppel and family trust issues. Townsend is an accredited member of the ACTAPS and has been lauded by clients for her ‘professional integrity, patience, and judgement’.

‘My solicitor was exceptional and could not have been more helpful, kind and courteous to me and my wife.’

‘In my experience, what makes this practice unique is the quality of thinking and calm authority that underpins every stage of their work. The team at Smith Partnership, and particularly the Contentious Trusts and Probate team, have a rare ability to manage sensitive and high-stakes matters with both legal precision and a human touch.'

Acting for claimants, defendants, trustees and beneficiaries, the team at Smith Partnership deals with a range of disputes relating to estates and trusts, often handling claims in the Business and Property Courts, as well as the regional County Courts. The firm acts for both claimants and defendants, including both lay and professional executors, trustees and beneficiaries. Derby-based Victoria Townsend leads the team, and has a particular specialism acting in Inheritance Act 1975 claims and handling a vast array of disputed will cases.

'The team is responsive and proactive. I never felt I had to promote or pursue an update. Whenever a particular team member was away or unavailable, the other team members handled everything seamlessly. Smith Partnership makes you feel you are a valued client. Although a small team, the contentious probate team at Smith Partnership has an impressive level of expertise. I would not hesitate to recommend them.'