Contentious Probate News & Insight

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23rd March 2023

'Til Death (Or Money) Do Us Part’

In the UK, testators have testamentary freedom, i.e. the freedom to leave their Estate to whomever they choose be it their spouse, a favourite child, a charity or a friend...or so you may think.

If There’s A (Valid) Will…There’s A Way

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.

Read article by Noel McNicholas

23rd February 2023

Ticking Clocks in 1975 Act Claims

Any applicant under Inheritance (Provision for Family & Dependants) Act 1975 must commence their claim within the 6 month window from the date probate was granted unless the Court orders otherwise. A simple rule to follow...

17th February 2023

Suspicious Will and Suspicious Minds

Our team discuss the details surrounding Priscilla Presley challenging the validity of Lisa Marie Presley's Will.

9th February 2023

Who’s Your BFF?

Who is the best mate? That’s one of the issues in a dispute concerning a £400,000 Estate.

Read article by Noel McNicholas

5th January 2023

The Rise in Probate Claims

Contentious probate claims are becoming more common. What are the reasons behind this?

Read article by Noel McNicholas

19th October 2022

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