Wills for Business Owners – example scenarios
It's important that business owners include their business in their Wills. Why? Your business is…
August 24, 2026 By Stephens Scown
The OPG investigating attorneys – what attorneys need to know
There has been a recent spike in the OPG investigating attorneys regarding their conduct. Why…
July 21, 2026 By Stephens Scown
Intestacy Rules – who inherits when there is no Will?
When a person dies without a Will they die Intestate and the Intestacy Rules determine…
June 26, 2026 By James Burrows
Register and Update your Trust Details on the HMRC Trusts Register
It has been a requirement for some time that if a trust is liable to…
March 20, 2026 By Ian Newcombe
The Bank of Mum and Dad – what happens to gifted money on divorce?
These days, it is common for couples to receive financial assistance from ‘the Bank of…
December 9, 2025 By Tyler Jones
Autumn Budget 2025: What it means for private wealth planning
For those with estates, businesses, and ambitions that span generations, the Autumn Budget is more…
December 4, 2025 By Victoria Borrow
Modern Law Private Client Awards Commendation for Stephens Scown
Leading South West law firm, Stephens Scown, which became employee-owned in 2016 and has celebrated…
July 5, 2024 By Stephens Scown
My parent has a new partner – will this impact my inheritance?
The number of claims being made by a disinherited adult child against a parent’s estate…
May 22, 2024 By Stephens Scown
The Cohabitation Agreement – what are the benefits?
How can a Cohabitation Agreement help couples to financially protect themselves? What is included in…
May 20, 2024 By Anna Garde-Evans
Pensions on Divorce – how to deal with it fairly
Deciding how to deal with pensions on divorce – both your own and your spouse’s…
April 29, 2024 By Kirstin Sibley
Buying A House With Your Parents – key considerations
In the last 12 months, we have seen a sharp increase in adult children buying…
April 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Marrying in Later Life – protecting your finances
Marrying in later life can cause complex financial issues. Here is some advice on how…
March 11, 2024 By Kai Whicker