Wills, secrets and an artist’s fortune

Wills & probate

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If, for any reason, you do not wish it to be known who benefits from your estate then a secret trust is one of the possibilities that could be explored.

4 November 2020

Why make a Will?

Wills & probate

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Why should you swap the new sofa or a week in the sun for a Will? Because a Will is arguably the most important financial document that you will ever sign.

22 December 2020

Written by

Carol Hawking (previously Cummins)

and

David Maddock

What really happens when someone dies without a Will

Private wealth

Insights

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

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

Can someone with dementia make a Will?

Court of Protection

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Clarke Willmott explore whether people with dementia could have the mental capacity to make a valid Will. Call 0800 652 8025 today to speak to a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

21 August 2019

Written by

Anne Minihane

The dangers of homemade Wills

Wills & probate

Insights

Homemade Wills can be dangerous and give rise to numerous problems, including family disputes and estate administration issues. Contact a Wills solicitor on 0800 652 8025. Free initial consultation. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

10 March 2020

Written by

Paul Davies

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

Does a Will go out of date?

Private wealth

Insights

While a Will doesn’t expire, it can become outdated if your life changes, so it’s important to review and update it regularly. Here are eight key reasons to consider updating your Will.

17 October 2025

Written by

Carol Hawking (previously Cummins)

Tips for tricky estates

Private wealth

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Our “Tips for Tricky Estates” aim to support both contentious and non-contentious practitioners by providing short, practical monthly tips that touch on common challenges that arise either in estate administration, or estate disputes.

12 December 2025

Written by

Emma Ironside

and

Ellie Bond

Trusts: not just for the super-rich

Private wealth

Insights

We address the misconception that trusts are for the super-rich and share how they can be used to benefit a range of individuals. Call 0800 652 8025 for a free consultation.

21 November 2020

Written by

Carol Hawking (previously Cummins)

Executors: beware of DWP claims against an estate

Wills & probate

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We explain how executors of an estate can protect themselves from personal liability to debtors – including overpayment recovery from the DWP. Need help managing an estate? Contact a specialist solicitor now on 0800 652 8025 for an initial consultation.

13 September 2019

Wills, secrets and an artist’s fortune

Why make a Will?

What really happens when someone dies without a Will

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

Can someone with dementia make a Will?

The dangers of homemade Wills

Wills and Capacity

Does a Will go out of date?

Tips for tricky estates

Trusts: not just for the super-rich

Executors: beware of DWP claims against an estate

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