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High Court Rules Man Died Intestate in Missing Will Case
Many people put off making a will or have reservations about doing so, but having a professionally drafted…
Court Considers Codicil Made Shortly Before Woman’s Death
If you wish to change to your will, it is always advisable to do so promptly rather than…
Disinherited Daughter Awarded £125,000 from Father’s Estate
A woman who was left nothing in her father’s will has succeeded in her claim under the Inheritance…
Son Entitled to Shares Under Oral Agreement
When entering into business relationships, it is always sensible to record any agreements in writing to minimise the…
Will Written on Separate Pieces of Cardboard Ruled Valid
In an unusual case, the High Court has ruled that a will a man had written on two…
The Importance of Regular Will Reviews
Reasonable Financial Provision Cannot Include Success Fees
Under Section 58A(6) of the Courts and Legal Services Act 1990, a success fee payable as part of…
Farmer was Bound by Promise to Leave Farm to His Son
The son of a farmer whose final will disinherited him has succeeded in his proprietary estoppel claim and…
Man Awarded Costs Against Brother in Will Dispute Case
A man who successfully challenged his mother’s final will is likely to recover the lion’s share of his…
Woman Had Capacity to Revoke Will, High Court Rules
When disputes arise as to the validity of wills, the evidence of the deceased’s solicitors can be crucial.…
Woman Fails to Overturn Stepfather’s Final Will
A woman who was left just £1 when her stepfather passed away has failed in her challenge to…
Forfeiture Rule Disapplied in Assisted Dying Case
In certain circumstances, a person who has unlawfully killed another is precluded from benefiting as a consequence of…
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