Philip Whitcomb – Partner
Philip is a private client partner who acts for a large number of farmers, landowners and high-net worth individuals. He has particular expertise in advising on succession planning and the structuring of farm businesses.
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What happens if you find a mistake in a trust deed? And, how to change it
In this article Senior Associate, Emma Ironside, takes a look at how to remedy a mistake in a trust document.
Sarah Arkless – Chartered Legal Executive
Sarah Arkless is a Chartered Legal Executive and joined Clarke Willmott in 2018 and has over 22 years of experience in a private client team. Sarah will help you plan for the future and protect assets for your loved ones.
The problems associated with ‘deathbed’ wills
While taking time, careful consideration and expert advice is the preferred way to record a will, sometimes the need to act quickly in order to change or obtain a person’s final wishes arises and this can cause issues for both the family and the solicitor involved.
Protecting inheritance from divorce
Many consider that inheritances ought to be ring-fenced on divorce for the party to whom it has been left but the law is not that straightforward. However, there are steps which can be taken to minimise the risk of inherited assets being “invaded” in the event of a divorce.
Giving land and property to charity need not be taxing
Gifts of property or land to charities can burden people with a hefty tax bill if they are not administered properly, Jacqui Lazare, a senior associate lawyer has warned.
Minor children and 1975 Inheritance Act Claims
This article explains the law around the 1975 Inheritance Act and minor children.
Jeremy Bourke
Jeremy specialises in the administration of complex estates, particularly those which may have either or a combination of cross border elements, being subject to Inheritance Tax, or which include a testamentary trust, with a focus on providing effective and practical solutions for executors and trustees.
Carolyn Watson – Solicitor
Carolyn specialises in drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney as well as dealing with all aspects of Estate Administration. Carolyn offers a straightforward approach to her work and takes pride in being a safe pair of hands for clients.
Fraudulent calumny: poisoning the mind of a testator
Our specialist probate solicitors explain what fraudulent calumny is, its relationship to undue influence and why acting quickly is important if you suspect fraudulent calumny has taken place.
What can happen when a solicitor does not follow best practice when drafting a Will?
In a recent case, insufficient records made by the solicitor led to a Will being deemed invalid. Emma Ironside shares indicators that best practice has been followed when drafting your loved ones Will. Contact a specialist solicitor on 0800 652 8025 for expert legal advice.