Saving a client over £880,000
Applying a little-used Inheritance Tax Act exemption has allowed our private client Cornwall team to…
March 5, 2019 By Stephens Scown
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What’s in a trust? A cautionary tale
When it comes to a divorce, what’s in a trust usually stays in a trust. …
February 6, 2019 By Mark Chanter
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Delays in Obtaining Public Sector Pension Valuations
In October 2018, the government announced plans to change the basis for the calculation of…
December 6, 2018 By Thea Bennun
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Contesting a Will: questions of approval and allegations of dominance
Earlier this year, the High Court’s decision in Gupta v Gupta and others provided an…
December 5, 2018 By Davina Haydon
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Here we go again – Tax changes afoot!
The hot weather and the excitement of recent sporting events has not prevented the Government…
July 19, 2018 By Malcolm Emery
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Pre-nuptial agreement and wills
As the popularity of pre-nuptial agreements increases, Malcolm Emery, Partner in the private client team…
July 9, 2018 By Malcolm Emery
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A stitch in time – the benefits of professionally drafted will
Malcolm Emery, Partner in our private client team, highlights the importance of having a professionally…
June 21, 2018 By Malcolm Emery
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How can I make a claim against my loved one’s estate?
There are a number of ways that you can claim against your loved one’s Estate…
June 11, 2018 By Hayley Bundey
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A wolf in sheep’s clothing – HRMC continues crackdown on tax avoidance schemes
Malcolm Emery, Tax Partner in Stephens Scown’s private client team, warns HMRC are still hot…
June 11, 2018 By Malcolm Emery
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The best laid plans – pre-paid funerals under greater scrutiny
Malcolm Emery, Partner in Stephens Scown’s private client team, warns that pre-paid funerals may be…
June 6, 2018 By Malcolm Emery
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Unusual case by a cohabitant reaches the Court of Appeal
In the first case to reach the Court of Appeal involving a claim brought by…
May 1, 2018 By James Burrows
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Can a person’s handwritten note of wishes amount to a Will?
If you, like me, used some of the Christmas holiday period to catch up on…
January 8, 2018 By Davina Haydon
