Three Inheritance Claims That Can Be Made Even If A Will Is Valid
There are a number of inheritance claims that can be made against an estate if…
January 27, 2022 By James Burrows
Divorce in Later Life – advice on Trusts for the over-60s
How are Trusts viewed by a divorce court and what relevance do they have for…
January 20, 2022 By Harriet Wigmore
The Puppet Master & Financial Abuse – a legal perspective
In light of the new documentary being launched on Netflix this evening, we look at…
January 20, 2022 By Tamara Hasson
Will your children really inherit your Estate? Child’s inheritance deferred for parent’s unmarried partner’s benefit.
The High Court has awarded an elderly gentleman a life interest in his late wife’s…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Bank of mum and dad – are you helping your children purchase property?
Parents are increasingly helping their children to purchase their first property, particularly given the less…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
What is a Separation Agreement?
A Separation Agreement is a legally drafted document which confirms the terms on which you…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Which Court deals with unmarried separations?
Are unmarried separations dealt with in the Civil Court or the Family Court? This is…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Woman wins fight for slice of her ex partner’s property empire. How and why?
Last week the media reported that a mother of two has successfully claimed a share…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Can an ex-partner claim a share of my Estate for financial provision if I die?
Headlines are reporting that George Michael’s ex-partner Kenny Goss has successfully claimed financial provision from…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Emergency Responders – what is the scope of the Inheritance Tax Exemption?
Are Emergency Responders eligible for exemption from inheritance tax on their estate if they contract…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Wills for Business Owners – example scenarios
It's important that business owners include their business in their Wills. Why? Your business is…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Where there’s a Will – is there still a way?
A landmark Court of Appeal decision has implications if you are looking to make a…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown