Is an executor liable for costs? People often ask, “Is an executor liable for costs?” This short case study demonstrates that executors can be held personally liable for paying legal costs. If you require guidance in relation to your own
What happens if my partner dies and the house is in their name?
What is the legal position if your partner dies when the house is in their name? We frequently receive calls from worried people asking, ‘What happens if my partner dies and the house is in their name?’ To help explain the
Specialist estoppel solicitors win in Court of Appeal
Specialist estoppel solicitors Naomi Ireson, the lawyer who represented Mr Ely, the successful party in the reported Court of Appeal estoppel case of Ely v Robson, offers a free consultation. Call her on 0333 888 0407, or email info@inheritancedisputes.co.uk. Background
Broken Promises: The doctrine of proprietary estoppel and common law rights
The rights of a common law wife or husband when a promise is broken If you are a common law wife or husband who has suffered financial loss as a result of a broken promise by your common law partner,
Solicitors to pay legal costs for estate accounts delay
Estate accounts delay The High Court has ordered a firm of solicitors to pay £8,000 costs for delay in delivering final estate accounts The practice began acting as executors in 1996. However, 10 years later they had still not provided
Court of Protection deputy dispute
People frequently contact us about Court of Protection deputy disputes. This short summary will help explain what they can involve What is a Court of Protection deputy? A deputy can be appointed when a person lacks mental capacity. A person
Is my will valid if I have dementia or Alzheimer’s?
With an ageing population we are frequently asked, ‘Is my will valid if I have dementia or Alzheimer’s?’ We deal on a day-to-day basis with enquiries on behalf of people wishing to challenge the validity of a will. We are also
Proprietary estoppel: Daughter claims beneficial interest in parents’ Farm
Proprietary estoppel claims: Detriment and expectation We specialise in bringing and defending proprietary estoppel claims nationwide, and were the successful solicitors in the famous Ely v Robson Court of Appeal estoppel claim. If you would like a free legal consultation
Wealthy Widow Makes Inheritance Claim for Secret Assets
Inheritance lawyer, Naomi Ireson, reviews a case where a wealthy widow has made an inheritance claim for secret assets A widow’s inheritance claim against the estate of a high profile property dealer is attracting attention because it involves secret assets.
Probate claim against partner’s estate
Inheritance lawyer, Naomi Ireson, looks at a case which involved an unmarried woman making a successful probate claim against her late partner’s estate. For expert guidance on making a probate claim against your partner’s estate contact our recommended solicitors for