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18th October 2023

Contentious Probate Series Part 4 - Fraudulent Calumny

Have you ever heard of the term fraudulent calumny? In will disputes fraudulent calumny means deceitful and harmful remarks made to manipulate a testator's intended beneficiaries. Part 4 of Noel McNicholas's series explains this in more depth.

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The Risk of Booking Removals Prior to Exchange of Contracts

While it's tempting to lock in removals based on tentative dates, it's best to wait until contracts are exchanged to avoid losing your deposit if delays arise. In this blog, Conveyancing Executive Kelly Tonge explores this further.

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5th October 2023

Contentious Probate Series Part 3 - Undue Influence

Undue influence refers to situations where a testator's Will is contested because they were improperly pressured into making a Will contrary to their real wishes. This blog explores further how it can affect individuals when it comes to their Will.

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4th October 2023

Contentious Probate Series Part 2 - Lack of Knowledge and Approval

Challenging a Will for lack of knowledge and approval questions the testator's understanding. If proven, the Will can be invalidated by the court. Part 2 of our contentious probate blog series provides you with all you need to know.

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19th September 2023

The Wedding Bells and Divorce Papers: How Marriage and Divorce Affect Your Will

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?

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18th September 2023

Contentious Probate Series Part 1 - Lack of Testamentary Capacity

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.

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6th September 2023

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