Losing a loved one is a difficult time. Alongside coping with grief, many people find themselves faced with the responsibility of dealing with paperwork, navigating legal processes and administering an estate. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and confused when confronted with unfamiliar terminology, forms and [...]
When someone passes away, their estate is usually administered in accordance with their Will or, when there is no Will, the rules of intestacy. However, disputes can arise, particularly in circumstances where family relationships are complex, expectations differ, and emotions are understandably heightened following a [...]
Blended families are increasingly common, and with them come unique challenges when it comes to estate planning. Relationships may be more complex, and the way assets are shared often requires careful thought. Drafting a Will within a blended family context, therefore, calls for a delicate [...]
When it comes to inheritance, there may be financial opportunity, but emotions can run high, and the process can soon become confusing. Whether you're receiving a family home, bank accounts, investments, or personal belongings, it’s essential to understand the legal, tax, and financial implications. To [...]
Imagine a person passes away, leaving behind their home, but no spouse, children or relatives to claim it. Who does it then belong to? It’s a question perhaps people don’t often think about until it directly affects them. The answer lies in a specific legal [...]
Planning for the future is essential to ensure that your affairs are managed according to your wishes, both during your lifetime and after your passing. Key components of this planning include creating a Will, having a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place, understanding the [...]
A recent article by Today’s Wills and Probate reported that a recent freedom of information request from HM Courts & Tribunals Service showed that there has been a significant increase in applications to block probate over the last 15 years. Focusing on data collected from [...]
We’ve all probably heard a tale or two about predatory marriages, whether through the news or even perhaps someone you know where a vulnerable adult, often elderly or someone suffering from loneliness, isolation or cognitive decline, has been a victim of financial abuse. Typically, the [...]
I completed my Law Degree at Anglia Ruskin University in Chelmsford. In 2014 I went on to do my Legal Practice Course at the College of Law in Bloomsbury, London before embarking on my two-year training contract with a law firm in East Anglia. In [...]
When a loved one passes away, it is a very difficult and emotional time and unfortunately, there is also a legal process of Probate and Estate Administration that must be followed to settle their affairs and distribute their assets. The length and extent of this [...]
