Grandparents’ rights under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989

Family law

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Section 8 of the Children Act 1989 acknowledges the importance of maintaining relationships between children and their extended family members, including grandparents.

20 February 2024

Written by

Paige Atherton

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 inheritance tax residence nil rate band

Wills & probate

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Clarke Willmott Solicitors answers questions about the inheritance tax residence nil rate band (RNRB) and how to increase your entitlement.

6 September 2020

What is live facial recognition technology and can we use it?

Retail & leisure

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Read about use of live facial recognition technology and steps businesses should take to ensure that their use of this technology is lawful.

7 June 2023

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

Bank loans for your care homes

Healthcare

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Banks require a lot of information before they lend. You can help speed up the process by assembling information and checking public registers are up to date.

29 July 2024

Written by

Rich Eldridge

Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments

Financial services litigation

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Payment fraud is a significant problem in the UK causing serious harm to individuals and businesses. UK Finance reported that in the first half of 2024 just over £570 million was stolen in payment fraud.

23 May 2025

Written by

Darren Kidd

Executors of your Will: who to choose and how to get it right

Wills & probate

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One of the most important decisions to be made when making a Will is choosing who to appoint as your executors.

30 September 2020

Focus on our Healthcare team at Clarke Willmott

Healthcare

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Our commercial healthcare solicitors offer extensive experience to our clients across the healthcare sector, including care homes, GP practices, dental practices, nurseries, veterinary practices, and pharmacies.

7 May 2025

Written by

Kim Klahn

How the death of a shareholder affects business succession planning

Corporate and commercial law

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The death of a shareholder in a private limited company has the potential to disrupt the running of the business, to create uncertainty and to raise concerns for the remaining shareholders and directors.

7 January 2025

Written by

Ed Foulkes

Lasting powers of attorney: top ten tips

Wills & probate

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Our specialist solicitors share tips to help you ensure that your lasting power of attorney is effective and reflects your wishes. Call 0800 652 8025 for a free consultation. Offices in in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

15 September 2020

Grandparents’ rights under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989

The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

The inheritance tax residence nil rate band

What is live facial recognition technology and can we use it?

What really happens when someone dies without a Will

Bank loans for your care homes

Claims against banks and other financial institutions relating to fraudulent payments

Executors of your Will: who to choose and how to get it right

Focus on our Healthcare team at Clarke Willmott

How the death of a shareholder affects business succession planning

Lasting powers of attorney: top ten tips

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