How safe are trusts on divorce?
Many professional advisors see trust arrangements as an effective way of protecting against claims on…
October 28, 2021 By Andrew Barton
Shared care – the paramount concern will be the children’s welfare
When parents separate, whether after marriage or cohabitation, it is always best to keep things…
October 28, 2021 By Edward Bidder
Royalties on divorce
Like most other forms of property, Intellectual Property has a value which can be sold,…
October 28, 2021 By Kai Whicker
Homeowners should use ‘companionship agreements’ to help prevent friends seeking to inherit from their estate
Elderly people who live with a companion must consider how best to protect their estate…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Inheritance, Trusts and the Reservation of Benefit Rules
Putting assets into trusts can be a sensible way to reduce the liability of inheritance…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
How can giving gifts reduce your inheritance tax?
How can giving gifts reduce the liability of inheritance tax? In a previous article, we…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Life Interest Trusts – providing for partners whilst protecting capital
Life interest trusts used to be relatively uncommon, primarily used by couples in second marriages…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Family Farms and Farming Partnerships on Divorce
We regularly advise on divorces which involve family farms. Often, the parents own the farm…
October 1, 2021 By Harriet Wigmore
Landmark decision: unmarried couples and pensions
The Supreme Court decision on unmarried couples and pensions is a step towards making the…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
The ex-files: preventing financial claims from a former partner
Often hearing from an ex-partner when you thought the relationship was in the past brings…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
New survey shows the “common law marriage” myth persists
Today we have another reminder that the myth of “common law marriage” persists, with the…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
The Split – pre-nups fact checked
[No spoilers] Last night, BBC1 saw the return of divorce law drama, The Split. The…
September 28, 2021 By Stephens Scown