Children’s inheritance rights: Is a child entitled to inherit from their parents? We are frequently asked, ‘Is a child entitled to inherit something from their parents’ estate?’ In this article we look at the rights of young children to make

A legal guide to contesting a will As experts in inheritance disputes we are often asked, ‘Can I contest a will?’ We have therefore prepared this summary of the key legal principles that apply when someone wants to contest a

Have you been cut out of a will? If you are wondering, ‘What can I do if I have been cut out of a will?’ then call our free legal helpline for guidance on 0333 888 0407 or send details

A guide to defending a will A short guide to the law for beneficiaries, executors and administrators who wish to defend a will. For further guidance call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0407 or send us an email.

Witness evidence in proprietary estoppel cases We are specialist proprietary estoppel solicitors with experience of dealing with claims on a no win, no fee basis.  This case study tells the story of a farmer who succeeded in securing an interest in

Is a gift by an attorney valid? We look at the circumstances in which an attorney can make a gift to himself, his friends or his family, from the funds of a protected party. For further guidance on gifts by

What is a trustees duty to disclose trust documents to a beneficiary?  A brief guide to a trustees duty to disclose trust documents to a beneficiary. For further guidance you can contact our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0407

Can executors charges be disputed? What is the position when executors charges are not agreed? This issue was considered in Mussell v Patience. In this case the executors sought a declaration from the court that the final estate accounts were

The legal implications of disputing a homemade will Homemade DIY wills are well known for creating legal confusion. In this article we look at the risks of homemade wills and how they can result in legal disputes. For guidance on

Cohabitee Inheritance Act success A cohabitee has succeeded in an Inheritance Act claim against her partner’s estate contrary to his explicit wishes. For guidance on making a cohabitee Inheritance act claim call our legal helpline for a free consultation on