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We advise individuals, couples and families on all aspects of their lives: for the exciting times - for example, when buying a first home - or the more difficult times - when dealing with the loss of a loved one. Whatever path life takes, we can help on the journey.
As a landlord, once you have taken back possession your priority will be to freshen the place up, if necessary and secure a new tenant as soon as possible. But what are you to do with belongings that remain in the property which the tenant hasn’t taken nor made arrangements to collect?
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You may be wondering if an executor can withhold money from a beneficiary, especially if it’s taking a long time for the estate to be handled. This can be extremely frustrating; however, the process can be time-consuming as the executor must follow the probate process correctly.
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The signature of the person making the will, also known as a testator, must be witnessed to make their will valid. While this sounds easy, there are a few legal requirements that must be followed to ensure its validity. In this blog, we’ll explore what a witness does, who can witness a will and why you need a witness.
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In this informative video, Anna Sutcliffe (Partner) and Hollie Mills (Solicitor) from our Contentious Probate team answer some of the most commonly asked questions around contesting wills specifically with a focus on the Inheritance Provision for Family and Dependants Act 1975.
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This case relates to an estate which comprises of a farmhouse, cottage, land, helicopter and two companies renting out various properties (value £4 million).
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On 26 July 2023, Judgment was handed down by His Honour Judge Hodge KC on the re-trial of the case of Rea v Rea [2023] EWHC 1901 (Ch). This is an interesting case being a rare example of a successful validity claim on the grounds of undue influence. What can we learn from this decision?
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I acted for the beneficiary of a trust who was concerned that trust assets to which he was entitled had been maladministered.
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The period following the death of a family member is understandably emotional and tensions can be stoked by perceptions of unfair treatment even when the instructions set out in a will are being followed to the letter.
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