When can a Will be Challenged?
November 28, 2023Families are complicated affairs and unfortunately the death of a loved one can expose the cracks in inter-family relations.
To have or not to have – What is testamentary capacity?
April 18, 2023In England and Wales, a person making a will must be able to fully understand what they are doing at…
Male Heirs, Beliefs and Culture vs UK Law
March 27, 2023One culturally significant issue risen in the courts in two recent cases: the issue of disinheriting family members because of…
Disputing Inheritance – What is contentious probate?
March 13, 2023Our dispute resolution team are talking about Wills, inheritance and probate disputes in our latest Legal Room UK Podcast.
Family dispute – have you been left out of a family Will?
June 15, 2021People can apply to the courts if they can show that the deceased person’s Will does not make reasonable financial…
Mental Capacity and the Decisions made by The Court of Protection
October 6, 2020Mental Capacity and the Decisions made by The Court of Protection...
Protecting your assets and avoiding disputes after death.
September 28, 2020There are two certainties in life: death and taxes. Most people plan...
Disputes between Executors – The Consequences can be Expensive!
September 9, 2020The standard position is that two or more people (often all family members) are...