Trust, Wills and Probate

When a dependant of a person who dies finds that they have not been provided for in the will of the deceased, and it would be reasonable for them to...

Few disputes are as bitter as family disputes and the court is not normally the best place to settle them. A recent case shows how easy it can be for...

A man who received a significant gift from his father before he died but failed to declare it for inclusion on the Inheritance Tax (IHT) return to HM Revenue and...

Deeds of covenant over properties have been a frequent source of litigation over the years and a recent case demonstrates the wisdom of taking particular care to understand the scope...

If you have received unsatisfactory investment advice, you should consult a solicitor as soon as you suspect that you have been negligently advised. Failure to do so can lead to...

When divorcing, a failure to make a complete and truthful statement of one’s financial circumstances when ordered to do so by the court can prove to be a costly mistake,...

A woman who persuaded the court that a legal charge should not be taken over her mother’s Worcestershire home by the local council in order to pay her care home...

It is generally assumed that any property that you live in as your primary residence will not be subject to a tax on any profit on sale, assuming you own...

The procedures for obtaining planning permission are a frequent source of delay and dispute, especially where inspectors reject planning applications for reasons that do not seem clear or consistent. ...

A woman who sued her ex-partner for a half share of his £500,000 home – on the basis that she and members of her family had put two years of...