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As a private client solicitor, I regularly see the distress caused when a loved one’s estate becomes the subject of dispute. Many...

A bankrupt man who transferred a sizeable portion of the inheritance he received from his father's estate to friends and family has...

It has come to light that NS&I is holding millions of pounds which should have been paid out to the estates of deceased customers. While...

From April 2027, significant changes to the inheritance tax (IHT) treatment of pensions are set to reshape the obligations and potential...

As we approach the Spring Statement on 3 March 2026, many clients are understandably wondering what it may mean for their personal...

Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) currently provide generous inheritance tax (IHT) benefits, offering...

Valentine’s Day naturally turns our thoughts toward the people we love most. It’s a day for heartfelt gestures and celebrating those we...

When somebody loses the capacity to manage their finances and property, and they haven’t already made a Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA),...

Catherine O’Hara’s recent death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from colleagues and fans alike.  For many, she will be remembered...

Attending a MIAM should be seen as a positive step for separating couples and families. The information provided during a MIAM can be...

It’s Family Mediation Week next week (26 – 30 January 2026), which aims to raise awareness of the benefits of family mediation. During...

I recently read a newspaper article featuring a woman whose partner died 13 years ago, resulting in serious financial consequences for...