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Stephen Bottomley

Stephen Bottomley

Partner
Litigation
Guildford
Edgeborough House, Upper Edgeborough Road, Guildford, GU1 2BJ

Stephen completed his legal training with a Central London firm and qualified as a solicitor in 2013. Since qualification Stephen has worked exclusively in Dispute Resolution.

Stephen joined Gordons as a Partner in September 2025.

Stephen's primary area of practice is Private Wealth Disputes, specifically disputes surrounding inheritance and probate. Stephen can advise and assist on matters relating to:

  • Claims arising from the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
  • Disputed wills (for reasons such as fraud, undue influence, lack of capacity etc.)
  • Disputes arising out of the administration of estates (such as those between executors or executors and beneficiaries)
  • Disputes between parties acting under Lasting Powers of Attorney

In addition to the above, Stephen also has experience in dealing with disputes relating to property and landlord & tenant, trusts and defamation.

Outside of work, Stephen enjoys spending time with his family (largely as a taxi service for his two children), watching sport and cooking.