The thought of discussing your Will may not always come to mind immediately amidst the flurry of organising a wedding. However, have you ever thought of how such events like marriage or a divorce can impact your Will?
In this 6 part series, we will examine the various ways to challenge the validity of a will. Part 1 covers testamentary capacity, and we explore the history of this legal area, what makes a will valid, and how we can help.
We are often instructed in disputes surrounding the provisions of a will and disputes can follow the death of a loved one. We are occasionally asked if a will is even worth the paper it is printed on, if it can be disputed.
You need only set foot in well-known high street retailers to find Will kits being sold for under £20. That’s quite a tempting price when a standard Will might be £350 + VAT or more. But one must bear in mind the tremendous power and scope of a Will.
Who is the best mate? That’s one of the issues in a dispute concerning a £400,000 Estate.
It is very easy to get caught up in the magic but there are important legal considerations before you both say “I do”. Love may be blind but don’t be blind to the law.
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