Contentious probate is an umbrella term that generally covers any dispute involving the estate of someone who has died. “Probate” refers to the proving of a Will, which can be disputed or contested. Common Reasons

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There are a number of grounds on which you can contest a Will. Due to the increase in people preparing their Wills themselves, it is becoming more frequent for people to pass away, leaving a

When you make the decision to move home but you need to sell one home to buy the next, like the majority of home movers, the process generally starts with getting your home valued by

Lord Templeman was well known for his bold and significant contributions to English Law. One of his most profound was the ‘golden rule’ established in Kenward v Adams [1975] CLY 359: “In the case of

The Difference Between Lasting Powers of Attorney & Deputyship In the Deputyship Department one of the most common questions clients ask us is “What’s the difference between Lasting Powers of Attorney and Deputyship?” The answer

Challenging a Will Dealing with a loved-one’s Estate after their passing is always a difficult time. It can be more difficult when their Will provisions are unexpected or unusual. Sometimes family members have concerns about

In certain circumstances, the Court may be prepared to grant an Occupation Order to one party to prevent the other party from returning to the property where there has been domestic violence or threats of