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Ogier
An executor (or administrator) is key to the probate process. They are responsible for administering the estate of the deceased and distributing to beneficiaries.
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Gunnercooke
When a marriage breaks down and parties divorce, it's important not to overlook the sharing of pensions, which can often be a significant asset to the parties in the same way as equity in property or savings.
Herrington Carmichael
Within financial proceedings issued as part of divorce proceedings, the parties both have a duty to provide full, frank and clear disclosure to each other and to the court.
Withers LLP
Is it a good idea for a couple to share a lawyer when separating? Award winning lawyer Suzanne Todd, Partner, and international family lawyer at Withers LLP...
Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP
As the seasons begin to change and thoughts of chasing our recycling bins around the garden in stormy weather start to fade, many of us will turn our thoughts to planning for the rest of 2024.
Bindmans LLP
We often hear about High Net Worth individuals, but what about the regular, Real Net Worth people who make up 99% of the population: the 99%ers? How can we help these clients navigate their separation...
Ellisons Legal
Lasting powers of attorney ("LPAs") came into force on 1 October 2007 under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. There are two types of LPA: property & financial affairs and health & welfare.
Burgess Mee
The government has announced that it will increase one-hundred and seventy two court and tribunal fees by 10% in May 2024...
Ellisons Legal
Inheritance disputes are on the rise, with just under 400 probate cases reaching the Courts in the first 9 months of 2023, but this does not even scratch the surface.
Ellisons Legal
Recent estimates from within the industry have shown that as many as 10,000 people in England and Wales are challenging Wills every year.
Ellisons Legal
Regardless of who initiated the separation, or even when it is a mutual and amicable decision, going through a divorce is a stressful process for all involved.
Ellisons Legal
There are a number of misconceptions around what does and doesn't constitute ‘Matrimonial Property', which can make it confusing both for couples intending to marry...
Blaser Mills
If you are considering challenging the validity of a Will, you may wish to consider issuing a caveat.
Ellisons Legal
Up to 202 Court fees are set to increase by 10% in April 2024, including a number of Family Court fees. Fees were last increased in 2021, and His Majesty's Courts...
Ellisons Legal
Sir Michael Gambon, famously known to play Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter series, died in September 2023. His death has raised various questions into the administration...
Ellisons Legal
This week is Update Your Will Week (4th–10thMarch), an annual campaign hosted by The Association of Lifetime Lawyers.
Gorvins Solicitors
As a parent of a child with disabilities or severe learning difficulties, you'll be well aware of the increased care and support your child requires on a day to day basis.
McLane Middleton, Professional Association
You are on the witness stand in the Probate Court in a will or trust contest, your right hand raised as you get sworn in, readying to testify about a will or trust you prepared decades ago.
Herrington Carmichael
In this episode of our Family Law series, we discuss where we start with child arrangement matters and what we need to consider when deciding how to move forward.
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