Claire is one of the few solicitors in the Shropshire/West Midlands area to specialise in contentious probate. She is a member of The Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists (“ACTAPS”).
The 2026 edition of Legal 500 states: “Claire Vale leads the department at Lanyon Bowdler, which notably represents the National Farmers Union in the West Midlands.”
“Vale herself is a specialist in probate and agricultural disputes, Inheritance Act claims and applications to remove executors.”
“Vale is also well-equipped to handle rectification claims, as well as related professional negligence and financial abuse-related work. Vale is also well-equipped to handle rectification claims, as well as related professional negligence and financial abuse-related work.”














