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It is never too late to bring a probate claim Will Disputes Blog Understand when a Grant of Probate can be challenged and revoked, and the importance of timely action in such matters. 26 March 2025 3 min read
Contesting a will: Understanding undue influence Will Disputes Blog Are you concerned about undue influence in a will? Discover the key signs and the legal steps you can take in our article. 12 March 2025 5 min read
Reflections on The Gentleman: A Lawyer's Perspective Will Disputes Blog We examine the first episode of The Gentleman and share insights on estate planning, including asset distribution and misconceptions. 4 July 2024 5 min read
Good news for those left out of will! Will Disputes Blog If you were financially dependent on someone who has died you might have a claim under The Inheritance Act. 18 April 2024 4 min read
Duties of a trustee Will Disputes Blog What should you do if you are asked to be a trustee of a will? 12 April 2024 4 min read
What is a Statutory Will? Will Disputes Blog We look at Statutory Wills and examine where a Statutory Will may be required. 6 October 2023 4 min read
Proprietary Estoppel: Guest v Guest Will Disputes Blog The law has a way of dealing with certain broken promises, the legal term for which is proprietary estoppel. 6 October 2023 4 min read
Disputing A Will: Lessons from the Anna Nicole Smith story Will Disputes Blog Highlighting the importance of keeping your will up to date so those who you want to inherit your estate, will actually do so. 4 August 2023 3 min read
Family disputes - how can you settle arguments over inheritance? Will Disputes Blog Family disputes - how can you settle arguments over inheritance? 28 June 2023 3 min read
Mental capacity and making a will Will Disputes Blog Mental capacity and making a will 22 June 2023 6 min read
Clitheroe v Bond update 2022: permission to appeal refused Will Disputes Blog Clitheroe v Bond update 2022: permission to appeal refused 8 October 2022 1 min read
Alzheimer's - why it's important to have a Lasting Power of Attorney Will Disputes Blog Alzheimer's - why it's important to have a Lasting Power of Attorney 30 September 2022 3 min read
I should have received a larger inheritance than I did Will Disputes Blog I should have received a larger inheritance than I did 1 October 2021 4 min read
Defending a claim against an estate or a will dispute Will Disputes Blog Defending a claim against an estate or a will dispute 30 September 2021 5 min read
Recent case highlights strict requirements for a deathbed gift Will Disputes Blog Recent case highlights strict requirements for a deathbed gift 30 September 2021 6 min read
Wife not prosecuted for changing husband's will Will Disputes Blog Wife not prosecuted for changing husband's will 30 September 2021 3 min read