Inheritance claim against partner’s estate An elderly man has won the right to remain in his home after making a successful inheritance claim against his partner’s estate. If you are in a similar position and need expert guidance from experienced
Will declared invalid due to lack of testamentary capacity
Lack of capacity invalidates will We specialise in dealing with invalid will cases, including invalidity due to lack of capacity – such as this real-life case study involving a son who successfully challenged his mother’s Will. To find out where
Probate dispute mediation
The role of probate dispute mediation in resolving inheritance disputes We specialise in probate disputes and have a 95% mediation success rate. To find out how mediation could be used to resolve your inheritance dispute, call our experienced team for
Deathbed gifts
We review the latest case on ‘deathbed gifts’ A recent court case has once again raised the issue deathbed gifts. If you require guidance in relation to deathbed gifts then call our free legal helpline on 0333 888 0407 or
Does alcoholism invalidate a Will?
Can an alcoholic make a valid will? We are often asked , ‘Can an alcoholic make a valid will?’ A recent case in the High Court considered this very point, looking at the impact reliance on alcohol has on testamentary
The Playboy estate
Death of a Playboy: A member of our inheritance disputes team speculates on the potential for Hugh Heffner’s estate to become involved in an inheritance dispute I woke up recently to news that the founder of the Playboy Magazine Empire, Hugh
Why you should not delay in making an inheritance claim
The dangers of inheritance claim delay Inheritance claim delay can lead to the money in an estate being distributed or dissipated before your case is considered. There is also risk of of falling foul of time limits under the Inheritance Act.
How to remove or replace an executor by issuing a citation
How to remove an executor by issuing a citation For expert guidance on removing an executor by issuing a citation contact our recommended solicitors for a free consultation. Call 0333 888 0407, or email us at [email protected]. Removing an executor
Nikah, Muslim marriage and inheritance dispute claims
Nikah inheritance disputes For expert guidance on nikah inheritance disputes in England and Wales contact our free legal helpline by telephone or email. What is nikah? Nikah is a ‘marriage contract’ in Islamic (Sharia) law. Nikah is a sacred, but
Brothers in dispute over Audrey Hepburn’s handwritten Will
Audrey Hepburn’s will After years of wrangling, the sons of the late Hollywood actress Audrey Hepburn, have finally reached agreement on how to divide their mother’s possessions. The iconic Hepburn, famed for her portrayal of Holly Golightly in the film Breakfast at Tiffany’s and her later work
