Testamentary capacity explained

Court of Protection

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Our solicitors explain testamentary capacity and how it can affect the validity of a Will. Call 0800 652 8025 today to speak to a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

3 March 2020

Written by

Carol Hawking (previously Cummins)

and

Anne Minihane

The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

Wills & probate

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We explain how discretionary Will trusts work and explore how one might have prevented a family dispute over a Scottish estate. Call 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation with a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

26 September 2019

The court grants dramatic relief in a very dramatic case

Commercial litigation and disputes

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The recent case of Garofalo v Crisp; Re Valorem Holdings Ltd demonstrates the breadth and scope of the courts discretion to order remedies (both final and interim) in an unfair prejudice petition.

18 December 2024

The role of a Case Manager in a medical negligence claim

Medical negligence

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Kerry Fifield, partner and AvMA and Law Society clinical negligence panel manager considers the role of a Case Manager when dealing with a claim.

11 June 2024

Written by

Kerry Fifield

What really happens when someone dies without a Will

Private wealth

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When someone dies without a Will in place, the confusion and uncertainty that follows is stressful and time consuming for all involved.

3 June 2025

Written by

Laura Case

When the game ends: Divorce in the world of sports

Family law

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In 2025, sports-related divorces are drawing more attention than ever. Here’s what makes them unique – and what athletes (and their advisors) need to know.

17 June 2025

Written by

Chris Longbottom

Wills and Capacity

Court of Protection

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We explain what it means to have the mental capacity to make a Will and what you can do when somebody without capacity needs a Will drafted or updated. Call 0800 652 8025 for a free consultation. Offices in in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

20 September 2020

Written by

Anthony Fairweather

and

Anne Minihane

Wills, inheritance tax and adult children living at home

Wills & probate

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We consider the inheritance tax implications for adult children still living at home. Need advice? Call 0800 652 8025 for a free initial consultation. Award winning national firm based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

13 February 2019

Written by

David Maddock

Zombie rights

Intellectual property

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The assets of a dissolved company pass to the Crown as bona vacantia and getting hold of them after this has happened is by no means easy.

26 August 2016

A guide to debt recovery in the agriculture sector

Agriculture

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The agricultural sector, often built on trusted relationships, is increasingly struggling with the significant impact of late payments.

31 October 2025

Written by

Laura Mackain-Bremner

and

Paige Skudder

Acting as an executor: how to protect yourself from personal liability

Court of Protection

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Executors of a Will, or administrators of an intestate estate have a number of different duties to discharge when administering an estate.

18 July 2019

Written by

Anthony Fairweather

and

Anne Minihane

Testamentary capacity explained

The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

The court grants dramatic relief in a very dramatic case

The role of a Case Manager in a medical negligence claim

What really happens when someone dies without a Will

When the game ends: Divorce in the world of sports

Wills and Capacity

Wills, inheritance tax and adult children living at home

Zombie rights

A guide to debt recovery in the agriculture sector

Acting as an executor: how to protect yourself from personal liability

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