When a client has multiple Wills in different jurisdictions, it is important to ensure that the provisions of the Wills do not contradict one another and that one Will does not inadvertently revoke another.
We commonly see disputes arising as a result of poorly drafted or late notices being issued. We therefore often have to stress the importance of getting notices correct, especially when it comes to receiving or making payments.
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Our private client team are warning people about the lasting consequences of making a DIY will rather than enlisting the help of a professional adviser.
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The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 – Part 2
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Property litigation
Key reforms being introduced by the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 will see the most significant changes to the leasehold sector for over a decade.
Written by
Gabrielle Roberts
,
Kary Withers
and
Lynn James
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The role of the family in personal injury litigation
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Family law
Experts from our personal injury and family law teams came together to provide invaluable advice to those who support injured people and their families through rehabilitation and beyond
Written by
Adam Maguire
and
Philip Edwards
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If you are making Christmas gifts to family and friends, the IHT consequences may not be at the forefront of your mind, but it might be helpful to be aware of the possible IHT effect of such gifts.