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Claire Andrews

Husband imprisoned for contempt of court in divorce...

Non-compliance with any court order is dealt with seriously as contempt of court and carries the risk of a prison...

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Katie de Swarte

Inheritance Claims CFA Success Fee Judgment

The Court of Appeal upholds the recoverability of CFA success fees in 1975 Act claims. An individual who claims reasonable provision...

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Katie de Swarte

Evidence Needed When Contesting A Will

There must be a clear legal reason to contest a will on someone’s death, backed up by strong evidence....

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Katie de Swarte

Dispute Surrounding Interpretation of Will

The ‘nil rate band’ offers an incentive to testators to make their will in a tax-efficient manner, maximising the amount...

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Katie de Swarte

Handwriting Expert Witness Concludes Will Forgery

Successful contesting a will claim following testimony of handwriting expert It’s not unheard of for an individual to forge...

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Katie de Swarte

What Is Testamentary Capacity? Capacity to Make a...

What is testamentary capacity? Testamentary capacity is a person’s legal and mental ability to make a valid will. In...

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same sex divorce
Claire Andrews

The Same-Sex Divorce Process

Understanding same sex divorce isn’t just about legal steps. It’s also about recognising the unique challenges that LGBTQ+...

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party wall disputes
Shilpa Mathuradas

Buying a Property with a Party Wall Agreement

A party wall agreement, known properly as a party wall award, is made under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. It...

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Sam Collard

The law around E-bikes and E-scooters explained

E-bikes and e-scooters are the new rides on the block. To many, they are the micro-mobility revolution that will deliver...

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Jenny Walsh

Does Divorce Revoke A Will?

How divorce affects wills in England and Wales Divorce can have a significant impact on an existing will. Many people...

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