A general principle of English Law has always been that you are free to leave your assets to whomever you wish via a Will. This included disinheriting your children should you choose to do so. However, there are some circumstances where a claim can be made against your estate by your child if they think... Read the rest of this entry →
Delay, Delay, Delay This is a major reason why solicitors cause problems to their clients. Making errors on Registration of Title These can be errors in description of the property or by use of wrong or inaccurate plans. Failing to identify precisely what the client is purchasing Failing to advise the client clearly as to... Read the rest of this entry →
Welcome to our latest departmental newsletter. The focus this month is on our Private Client team. DeBrieF FACTS Laura Johnson – a solicitor in our Private Client department – explains Deeds of Variation. What Are They? If a deceased person left a Will, their estate must be distributed in accordance with their Will.... Read the rest of this entry →
You have decided that the time has come to look into selling your business. But you don’t want to be short-changed when you cash in your life’s work, so how can you be certain that the price you get for it is a good one? In his guest blog for Clarion Wealth Management Sonio Singh... Read the rest of this entry →
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Karen Yates – Head of the Private Client team – summarises the key facts about making a Will during the current crisis
With the new financial year starting next week, Lewis Thompson – Associate Solicitor in our Private Client team – discusses the changes to the Wills and the Inheritance Tax rules
Ameliah McLaren-Parker – Private Client Solicitor – A reminder of the importance of making a Lasting Power of Attorney
Gregory Carr – Property Solicitor – answers: What can I do if I cannot pay rent under a commercial lease during the coronavirus pandemic?
