One of the grounds for challenging the validity of a will is that the person who made the will did not have the relevant mental capacity to understand his actions.

A solicitor should always advise a client on the different types of funding options available to them, even if they are not an option for funding litigation that is offered by that firm.

In a recently unreported Inheritance Act 197 claim, His Honour Judge Gosnell sitting at Leeds County Court made the unusual decision to give an award specifically to part-pay a claimant’s success fee.

Our team has considerable experience in helping clients who have suffered a brain injury due to medical negligence, including brain-injured children. A few of their stories are below.

It is widely reported that in recent years the number of people contesting a will has increased dramatically. It is a favourite topic attracting national media interest with many high profile cases dividing public opinion on the merits of being allowed to challenge someone’s final wishes.

Cohabiting couples often immerse themselves in the romantic aspects of their relationship, revelling in shared experiences and treasured moments. However, amidst the day-to-day joys of living together, it's vital for couples to also confront the practicalities of what might happen if one (or both) of them should pass away.

A Midlands law firm has promoted seven solicitors across a variety of its legal teams as it continues to support the development of talent from within.

The long-awaited decision in this case was handed down by the Supreme Court on 15 March 2017. Unfortunately, it does not provide any of us with the guidance that we had so hoped for and indeed the Supreme Court identify in their judgement “the unsatisfactory state of the present law”. So has this case really been the landmark that it was heralded to be?

Podcast from Caroline Benfield and Elizabeth Taylor on the Corporate Insolvency & Governance Bill 2020.

Historically courts have taken a robust approach to protecting gifts contained in wills for the benefit of a charity. A number of recent cases suggest a change of approach towards charities. A notable case, which reflects these changing attitudes is the case of Gill and Woodall [2010].