What might make a will invalid?
From simple errors, to serious issues arising where an individual does not have sound mental capacity when papers were signed, there are multiple reasons why a (more…) Read More
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Wills witnessed via video link to become legal
To facilitate drafting wills in England and Wales during the COVID-19 outbreak, new legislation planned will make it possible for them to be witnessed remotely using (more…) Read More
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Sister wins £2m inheritance battle over brother
Venetia Murray has been awarded a share of her family property valued at £2m, ending a decades-long inheritance battle with her brother, Dale Brunt. (more…)Read More
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Law with a foreign accent
I am often asked about my accent… It used to make me feel uncomfortable and to be honest, I was quite sensitive about it. In a world where the spoken word is one’s biggest tool, operating in a second language can be tricky (and mistakes can knock one’s confidence). I came to the UK when I was 19 and with zero understanding of English. I worked hard...Read More
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Why have your will drafted by professionals?
Regardless of your wealth, health, how old you are or whether you own property, making sure your wishes are officially documented and will be carried out correctly after your death is essential for everyone. Failure to do so can cause numerous problems, ranging from your estate entering probate and family disputes, to your affairs being handled or inherited by individuals not of your...Read More
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Farmers reminded of alternatives to legacy dispute trials during lockdown
Court decisions in recent months have illustrated that disputes over inheritance in the farming community tend to result in cases going to trial. To mitigate this trend during the coronavirus epidemic, farmers are now being reminded that alternatives are available to gaining resolution through a court trial. (more…)Read More
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How to get your will witnessed when you are self-isolating.
If you’re self-isolating due to the coronavirus lockdown, you may be wondering how to get your will witnessed and signed. Here are a few steps you can take to keep yourself and your loved ones protected. Why your will needs to be witnessed Your will isn’t legally-binding unless it has been signed with wet ink alongside two witnesses. Until that point, it’s simply a list of your...Read More
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How to make amendments to your will
If you’ve experienced a change in personal circumstances, you might decide you need to make alterations to your will. When this situation arises, it’s essential that you don’t action these changes by simply amending your original will after it has been successfully signed with witnesses. Any noticeable changes to the legal document will be assumed to have been added later than the...Read More
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