For further guidance on contesting wills and estoppel contact our helpline. We offer a free case assessment service and no win, no fee funding. Call 0333 888 0409 or email us at [email protected] In this short article we summaries the legal position in
How to apply to become a ‘deputy’
In this article we take a brief look at how to apply to become a ‘deputy’. A deputy is appointed when a person lacks mental capacity and is unable to make a decisions for themselves. The lack of capacity can
The advantages of mediation in Will disputes
We have a 95% success rate in achieving settlement at mediation, so if you would like to know more about the advantages of mediation in Will disputes then contact our free will dispute helpline. Call us for an independent assessment
Court Gives Judgment In Will Construction Claim
Court decides on Will construction dispute involving a homemade Will. John Dickinson, a barrister at St John’s Chambers, recently acted for the defendant in the Will construction case of Amiee Shannon Steed (a Child by her Litigation Friend, Marilyn Joy
What Happens if a Beneficiary Dies Before the Will Maker?
If a beneficiary dies before the Will maker, who inherits? We are often asked what happens when a person leaves a gift to someone in a will, but the recipient of that gift dies before the person making the will.
Intestacy Rules and the Inheritance and Trustees’ Powers Act 2014
Contentious Probate Solicitor, Chris Holten examines changes to the Intestacy Rules (which apply when someone dies without making a Will). Note: Since this article was first published there have been further legal changes to this area of law. For instance
Court of Protection Costs
Contentious Probate Solicitor, Chris Holten, looks at Court of Protection costs. The Court of Protection was created under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. It has jurisdiction over the property, financial affairs and personal welfare of people who lack mental capacity
All change for wills and intestacy?
Note — August 2024: Since this article was first published there have been further legal changes to the intestacy rules. For instance the ‘statutory legacy’ has been increased from £250,000 to £322,000 as from 26 July 2023. It is therefore
Executor disputes are increasing
We are highly experienced in dealing with executor disputes. For expert guidance contact our free helpline by phone or email. Statistics released by the High Court confirm that the number of claims against executors has trebled in the past year. Contentious
Changes to the law of intestacy – But do they go far enough?
Will dispute lawyer Naomi Ireson considers changes to intestacy law We specialise in inheritance and intestacy law and operate a free inheritance law helpline. Call us in confidence on 0333 888 0409 or send an email to us at [email protected]