Why your will needs a ‘Titanic clause’
A recent High Court case highlights the vital importance of having a ‘Titanic clause’ in your will, writes John Melville-Smith…
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The £15bn divorce, legals costs and the state of UK family law
There is the potential for significant legal costs to be incurred on both sides of the Potanin/Potania divorce – and…
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UK non-doms ‘remaining resilient and less sensitive to tax change’
From the statistics, it can be surmised that, despite uncertainty and the prospect of significant changes, the UK remains an…
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The Lasting Powers of Attorney ‘exceptions’ you need to know
The Court is more receptive to allowing an attorney, in specific situations, to mitigate an incapacitated individual’s inheritance tax exposure…
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Why you should be aware of the ‘potential downsides’ to letting out part of your home
Homeowners should be advised to bear in mind the potential long term consequences of possibly a short term return, writes…
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Why we can expect more Swiss Leaks-style prosecutions in the UK
The UK’s extra-territorial reach in tax investigations is so vast that HNWs and corporates should be careful where they tread,…
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Why universities are not listed on the Charity Commission, and what it means for you
Universities might not be required to report serious incidents to the Charity Commission, but, it is easy to see how…
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Boris Johnson’s ‘do or die’ pledge caused worries for the art market in the light of new legislation from the…
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How a prenup can help defend you from ‘Corbygeddon’
The prospect of a Corbyn government should prompt HNWs to think about their pre-nups as well as their tax structure,…
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Penningtons Manches’ James Stewart: ‘Clients want a more holistic service’
No case is too complex for James Stewart, co-head of private wealth at Penningtons Manches Described by peers as ‘an…
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The little-known ‘commorientes rule’ and what it might mean for will writing – expert view
A rare and tragic case highlights the importance of putting in place a well-structured and well-drafted Will which fully reflects…
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The importance of an elderly pre-nup – expert opinion
As more people are getting married in later life, there are a few risks to look out for, writes Jessica…
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Brexit: what happens next? Spear’s Wealth Insight Forum report
What’s going to happen on 1 November? Will Britain leave the EU? Who will be in Downing Street? These were…
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The curious case of the ‘cowshed Cinderella’ and what it tells about farming succession
What was the case of the ‘cowshed cinderella’, what is ‘proprietary estoppel’, and how could it affect your estate, writes…
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Robert Amsterdam: ‘Power is increasingly fragmented, uneven and unpredictable’
Change is in the air around the world, but preparing smartly can ensure a following wind, writes Robert Amsterdam In…
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Your reputation and the importance of ‘active management’ – expert view
Reputation risks can be mitigated by a legal adviser with a customised plan, but make sure to take the online…
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GDPR, SARS, and what it all means for HNW privacy – expert view
The strategic use of Subject Access Requests in the private wealth area is of particular interest. SARs are not new…
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Meet Jane Craig, Penningtons Manches’ doyenne of divorce
Jane Craig, the head of Penningtons Manches’ family law department, knows divorce inside out Jane Craig, a fellow of the…
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Ayesha Vardag interview: meet the UK’s most controversial family lawyer
Christopher Jackson meets the woman who has dropped a grenade in the world of family law Of how many professions…
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Calm in a crisis: meet Boodle Hatfield’s dream team
Boodle Hatfield’s James Ferguson and Emily Brand explain why the breadth and depth of expertise sets their family team apart…
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