Deputies – their duties and how to report concerns
The Court of Protection appoints Deputies when someone is assessed as lacking mental capacity to…
July 22, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Britney Spears & Conservatorship – what are UK laws?
The story of Britney Spears has brought Conservatorship under the spotlight. But what actually does…
July 22, 2022 By Stephens Scown
How Wills Can Be Revoked
Wills can be revoked in several ways and often this can happen without the deceased’s…
June 30, 2022 By Hannah McElroy
Divorce – is it still binding after death?
Are divorce settlements still binding after death? Here is an example case. We all know…
June 30, 2022 By Hannah McElroy
Am I entitled to a share of my step-parent’s estate?
Can stepchildren make a claim against a step-parent's estate? What happens if they're not included…
June 30, 2022 By Hannah McElroy
Hirachand v Hirachand – funding a claim against an estate and no win no fee agreements
The much-awaited judgment of Hirachand v Hirachand was handed down by the Court of Appeal…
June 30, 2022 By Hannah McElroy
Client demand leads to expansion of disputes team
Following an increase in demand for its services Stephens Scown’s dispute resolution team in Cornwall…
May 17, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Farming & Divorce – what if the family farm was inherited?
If the family farm was inherited, does this affect the outcome on divorce? In our…
April 28, 2022 By Stephens Scown
How do minor children make Inheritance Claims?
Whilst the procedure for minor children pursuing all types of claims is the same throughout…
March 14, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Does an Inheritance Act claim survive my death?
You have spent considerable time, money and effort building a case against your loved one’s…
March 14, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Inheritance Disputes – will your estate pass to your intended beneficiaries?
Inheritance disputes are on the rise. Why is this happening and what can you do…
March 1, 2022 By James Burrows
Inheritance Law For More Complex Families
Inheritance law hasn’t always recognised complex families, but in 2014, a key change was made…
February 23, 2022 By Eve Hebbron