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  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 30.11.17

    Disputes Could Rocket If Will Laws Are Relaxed

    As the Law Commission considers relaxing rules over how to make a will legal experts are predicting that this could lead to more will disputes.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 7.11.17

    Plan For Your Future To Enjoy Today

    Planning for the future is vital. Writing a Will, Power of Attorney and inheritance tax planning are all ways you can protect your loved ones when you die.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 16.10.17

    Unsent Text Message Accepted as Deceased Mans Will

    In Queensland, Australia, a significant decision was made to accept a draft text message on a deceased man’s phone as a valid will.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 11.10.17

    Rising Numbers of Exercise Fans Making a Will

    Fear of being incapacitated or even  suffering a fatal injury while doing sport is the catalyst for rising numbers of exercise fans making a will.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 21.9.17

    What Will Happen to Your Digital Legacy?

    What will happen to your digital legacy when you die? Photos and memories on social media sites can become a point of contention for families.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 13.9.17

    I’m Too Young and Busy to Make a Will

    You're never too young to make a will. If you make a will with an experienced, qualified solicitor it can be quick and simple.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 20.7.17

    Is Will Law Outdated?

    The Law commission for England and Wales has called for the law surrounding making a will to be updated to be more suitable for todays’ ‘modern world’.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 9.3.17

    Lasting Power of Attorney For Your Business

    Gorvins explains the benefits of a Lasting Power of Attorney for your business, including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 20.2.17

    How Marriage Affects Your Will

    Katie Price announced she hasn't changed her Will since Peter. Christine Thornley explains how marriage affects your Will.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 11.1.17

    Planning for Your Future

    If making a Will, Inheritance Tax Planning or appointing a Lasting Power of Attorney, be sure you have all the information you need to plan for your future

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 6.1.17

    No Will Leaving Young Families Vulnerable

    Statistic show many young families don't have a will in place. Wills expert Mike Smoult explains why a Will is vital in protecting your family's future.

  • Family Businesses

    Posted 2.12.16

    5 key considerations For Your Family ...

    Wills, Trusts and Probate expert Christine Thornley outlines 5 key considerations when succession planning for your family business.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 28.11.16

    Manchester are Least Prepared in Powers of Attorney

    People in Manchester are the least prepared for mental incapacity and dementia with 70% not having a Lasting Power of Attorney in place.

  • Will & Estate Disputes

    Posted 18.10.16

    Are you responsible for others if you inherit from ...

    Head of Gorvins Wills, Trusts & Probate department Christine Thornley, discusses your moral and legal obligations if you inherit from a will.

  • Will & Estate Disputes

    Posted 28.7.16

    The Top 10 Famous Will Disputes

    Read about the top 10 Will Disputes amongst the rich and famous of the world featuring Michael Jackson, Asia's richest woman and the L'Oreal heiress.

  • Will & Estate Disputes

    Posted 29.6.16

    When and Who Can Challenge a Will?

    When can you challenge a will? That was the question put before the Courts in a recent case brought by Mr Randall against his former mother-in-law’s estate.

  • Will & Estate Disputes

    Posted 9.6.16

    More People Can Challenge a Will as Man Brings a ...

    The Court of Appeal has made a new ruling that could allow a wider variety of people to bring a dispute claim against a Will to challenge its validity.

  • Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Posted 16.5.16

    Getting your affairs in order before illness strikes

    Getting your affairs in order whilst you still have all the faculties to do so makes perfect sense, but too few people follow through with this logistical thinking.

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