Contentious Probate News & Insight

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8th September 2025

Living Together Without Tying the Knot - The Hidden Risks for Cohabitees

Living with someone as a cohabitee is increasingly common. In 2005 around 4 million people were cohabiting in the UK and cohabiting couples made up roughly 12–14% of families. Noel McNicholas' looks at the Inheritance Act 1975 implications.

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From Sixth Form to the Solicitor’s Office: A Week of Work Experience

As a Year 12 student considering law at an undergraduate level, having the opportunity to shadow an experienced solicitor has allowed me to learn how legal procedures are used in practice and helped me gain insight into day-to-day tasks.

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18th August 2025

Mediation – Why it Matters in Contentious Probate Claims

Q: When a fight is looming following the death of a loved one, is it in your best interests to rush off to court? Associate Solicitor Noel McNicholas explains the alternative in his blog.

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21st May 2025

Success Fees and claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (the "1975 Act")

The Supreme Court’s decision in Hirachand v Hirachand (2024) has settled a key question under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 - read on to find out more.

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10th January 2025

How NOT to handle an Inheritance Dispute

Our final wishes are always an emotive subject.

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21st October 2024

Is it Enough? Maintenance and the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975

The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 ensures fair financial provision for those left out of a will or inadequately provided for. But what exactly does “maintenance” under this Act mean?

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30th September 2024

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