What happens if you find a mistake in a trust deed? And, how to change it

Civil dispute resolution

Insights

In this article Senior Associate, Emma Ironside, takes a look at how to remedy a mistake in a trust document.

22 June 2023

Written by

Emma Ironside

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

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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

Trusts: not just for the super-rich

Private wealth

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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 and tax planning: when not to do it yourself

Wills & probate

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Making your own Will to save money may sound tempting. Clarke Willmott looks at what can go wrong and when not to do it yourself.

9 November 2020

Focus on real estate at Clarke Willmott

Real estate

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Clarke Willmott’s national real estate team is one of the largest of its kind in the UK. The team acts for commercial and residential property developers, investors, funders, occupiers, public sector bodies, major retailers, charities and private landowners.

22 September 2023

Written by

Simon Day

How to prevent Will disputes

Civil dispute resolution

Insights

With more people disputing Wills every year, our specialist Wills solicitors suggest you take legal advice early to avoid financial and familial stress later.

5 April 2024

Written by

Bonita Walters

The problems associated with ‘deathbed’ wills

Wills & probate

Insights

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.

25 May 2023

Written by

Paul Davies

What happens if you find a mistake in a trust deed? And, how to change it

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

Trusts: not just for the super-rich

Executors: beware of DWP claims against an estate

Wills and tax planning: when not to do it yourself

Focus on real estate at Clarke Willmott

How to prevent Will disputes

The problems associated with ‘deathbed’ wills

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