How Wills Can Be Revoked
Wills can be revoked in several ways and often this can happen without the deceased’s…
October 6, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Coronavirus & Wills – recent trends in challenges to Wills and estates
Challenges to Wills and estates are on the increase - do you have a Will…
October 6, 2022 By James Burrows
Fraudulent Calumny in the Spotlight
The High Court has confirmed that the Claimant David Whittle (“the Claimant”) successfully made out…
September 26, 2022 By James Burrows
Moving in with a partner – 5 questions to ask yourself
Moving in with a partner is an exciting next step in anyone’s life; however, you…
August 24, 2022 By Anna Garde-Evans
Electronic signatures accepted by the Land Registry – what does this mean?
The Land Registry has this week confirmed that it will start accepting electronic signatures on…
August 17, 2022 By Stephens Scown
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
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
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