Solicitor at Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP

Chris Holten

Solicitor - Partner

SRA ID: 514268

Chris Holten is a Partner in our Contentious Probate Department, having joined the firm in 2014 as a newly qualified Solicitor. While he specialises in all aspects of inheritance dispute law, he has a particular interest in contested wills and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. Outside of work he enjoys cooking, taking his dogs for long walks in the countryside and trekking our coastal paths.

1 Marco Polo House, Cook Way, TA2 6BJ

Licensed for 2 years

Practice Areas

Wills, Trusts & Probate

5.0/5 14 Client Reviews 14
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14 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Michelle
Michelle Added 2 weeks ago Report to admin
Collected whilst working at Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP
November 29, 2024 20241129105717

Will dispute

5

Although I did not proceed after the initial stage I agreed with the advice and have peace of mind that the upmost has been done under UK law. Thank you to Chris and his team for their empathy, commitment and thoroughness.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 10 December, 2024

Thank you for your 5* review of the service you received from Chris and his team and the positive feedback.

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Nick
Nick Added 3 months ago Report to admin
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September 12, 2024 20240912104216

Disputed will

5

I can not thank Chris and Sharnie enough for helping me through what was a very traumatic time. They reassured me and kept me up to date with what was happening.The professionalism was outstanding and the Wishes of my late Grandfather were finally granted.Thanks you again for believing in me it really is appreciated
Best wishes
Gemma

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 15 September, 2024

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and are glad to hear that your dsiputed Will case has been satisfactorily resolved.

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Paul
Paul Added 6 months ago Report to admin
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June 21, 2024 20240621122705

Chris Holten and Slee Blackwell

5

When I reached out to Slee Blackwell using their online contact form, I was expecting a pro forma response on what I would need to do to get legal advice and to my surprise got a direct reply from one of their solicitors, Chris Holten. He gave me guidance not only on the help he could provide but also some tips on steps I could take that might circumvent my need for legal representation. I was able to resolve the matter myself but was grateful for the fact that I had located a solicitor who I will turn to without hesitation in the future if the need arises.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 07 August, 2024

We thank you for leaving your review of the service provided by Chris via our legal helpline, and are pleased to hear that it helped you resolve your issue.

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Astley
Astley Added 11 months ago Report to admin
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January 23, 2024 20240123122735

Chris Holten and Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP

5

Chris is super helpful, compassionate, caring and takes the time to understand. Also, he looks for avenues that will be best for his clients, taking the hard work out of what could have been complicated situations, thank you again, Chris!

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 23 January, 2024

Chris would like to thank you for the very kind review. It is greatly appreciated.

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adele
adele Added 1 year ago Report to admin
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October 23, 2023 20231023114310

Contentious claim against validity of Will

5

Chris Holten defended the contentious claim that my late father’s Will was invalid. This was a complex case as it involved a UK Will based on testamentary capacity revoking a German handwritten Will. Under extremely stressful circumstances, Chris handled the case with considerable expertise and advice to help ease and allay my stress. He navigated through the complexity of EU and U.K. laws to a satisfactory position leaving it untenable for the claimant to no longer pursue the case, much to my relief and appreciation.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 30 October, 2023

Thank you for leaving your five star review about the service received from Chris Holten in our contentious probate team.

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James
James Added 1 year ago Report to admin
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March 23, 2023 20230323173358

Excellent legal advice

5

Excellent advice and service, quick response to complicated question

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 27 March, 2023

Hello James, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a great review. I am pleased to hear you are happy with Chris's service. Should you require any legal assistance in the future, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

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Alexandra
Alexandra Added 3 years ago Report to admin
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November 15, 2021 20211115000000

Chris Holten is an absolute credit to your firm.

5

I would just like to say that from the moment Chris took my case on he immediately made feel more at ease with the decision I had decided to take in pursuing which I thought I was entitled to, even though many people said I would get nothing. Chris from the outcome was always confident, which was what I needed as at the time I was in a very bad way after losing my Fiance. Chris was and is always polite and would explain everything to me in terms that I could understand. I never at any point put the phone down thinking �I have no idea what he meant� which I am sure can happen with Solicitors not of his calibre. I thank him very much for making me feel I was his only case the whole way through. Nothing was too much trouble. Chris is an absolute credit to your firm and I would have no qualms in recommending him to others should they require his expert advice. Many thanks once again to Chris and your firm for making a very difficult situation as painless as it could possibly have been.

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Bernhard
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September 09, 2020 20200909115022

Very professional in any aspects of dealing with my case

5

I first contacted Chris after the death of my partner. Chris is and was very helpful, giving me very clear and usefull information about my case.

He always is very fast in answering my questions in a clear and professional manner. The phone calls with him were uplifting at a very difficult time. He was very understanding and also comforting in the hard times I am going through.

Chris is very engaged and acts very professional in any aspects of dealing with my case.

I recommend him and his team to everyone.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 22 November, 2022

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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mark
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March 11, 2020 20200311104240

Highly recommend Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP in cases involving inheritance disputes

5

I contacted Slee Blackwell with regard to a potential Inheritance claim and found Chris Holten to be very friendly, approachable and efficient. They offered sound and considered advice regarding the possibility of no-win, no-fee legal action and I would highly recommend anyone who is involved in an inheritance dispute to contact these guys in the first instance to review your case.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 22 November, 2022

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Paramjit
Paramjit Added 4 years ago 5 found this helpful Report to admin
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March 06, 2020 20200306131914

Wills, Trusts & Probate - Disputed Probate

5

Slee Blackwell -Chris Holten, Taunton Office, was superb in handling our probate dispute. He was very knowledgeable in his field and very patient in explaining the legal process in laymen’s terms to my family & I. He navigated us through the complex process of contesting probate with a difficult non engaged party. He kept us informed and remained fully engaged with my family & I through areas of mediation, pre trial & trial resulting in a positive outcome. He is someone who is honest, reliable and who looked out for our best interests throughout this journey. Being part of Slee Blackwell allowed him to pull in other key resources on an as required basis if solicitors from different legal disciplines were required to support our case. I would recommend Chris Holten / Slee Blackwell.

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Roddy
Roddy Added 7 years ago Report to admin
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October 05, 2017
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Roddy

5

Slee-Blackwell LLP were there to help me when I felt completely abandoned, shocked and unaware of my rights at a time when I was/am fighting the grief of losing my life partner. My case is LGBT specific and I was given free advice of my rights from a knowledgeable, non-judgemental and compassionate team. I would highly recommend.
Thank you

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 17 November, 2022

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Simon
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December 04, 2016
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Simon

5

Helpful and professional firm, I highly recommend their probate department and their Mr Holten

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 17 November, 2022

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Bob
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December 15, 2015
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Bob

5

I first contacted Slee Blackwell about the possibility of contesting a will on a contingency fee basis. Although i eventually decided not to pursue the case i found them to be both helpful and understanding.
Both Lee Dawkins and Chris Holten were patient and informative and Chris was especially instructive, spending a good 30 to 40 minutes on the phone with me.
Should the need arise i would have no hesitation in employing the services of Slee Blackwell in the future.

Lawyer named in this review: Chris Holten

A representative from Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP responded to this review on 05 January, 2016

We are delighted you were happy with the service provided under our free, no obligation, case assessment service. Thank you for taking the time and trouble to leave your review.

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About Chris Holten

Chris Holten is a Partner in our Contentious Probate Department, having joined the firm in 2014 as a newly qualified Solicitor. While he specialises in all aspects of inheritance dispute law, he has a particular interest in contested wills and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. Outside of work he enjoys cooking, taking his dogs for long walks in the countryside and trekking our coastal paths.

Languages Spoken: English

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Slee Blackwell Solicitors LLP

1 Marco Polo House

Cook Way

TA2 6BJ



Phone 01823 429605

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