Why the law of wills needs a makeover
The Law Commission’s recent consultation on wills highlights their impact on high net worth individuals and social equity, write Tom…
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A recent ECJ ruling opens up new questions on whether British Europeans can exercise their EEA rights in the UK,…
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Divorce and the Christmas dilemma
The holiday period can give nightmares to separating families, and it’s best to ensure all parties agree, with the help…
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How HMRC profits from Paradise Papers
Government’s financial rewards for informants who reveal revenue offences is not an unheard phenomenon, and it’s not restricted to the…
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No-fault divorce gets a Westminster hearing
A cross-party debate in Westminster Hall this week drew attention to several pressing issues within the family justice system, which…
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Transatlantic burial dispute highlights importance of clear-cut wills
The family struggle over where to bury a relative has reached the High Court, highlighting the importance of clear cut…
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Bitcoin’s anonymity is both a blessing and a curse
The value of the cryptocurrency Bitcoin keeps rising – but at what cost to the holders in the post-Paradise Papers…
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No-fault divorce: the case reopens
A new report in favour of introducing no-fault divorce bolsters the widespread support for reform of the law, writes Hannah…
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Why Britain’s immigration rules are ‘a costly maze’
Britain needs to rethink its immigration policy, as numerous visa categories with complex rules are creating a virtual wall for…
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Why the power of attorney should be kept in check
From managing your estate to directing your investments, lasting powers of attorney are becoming increasingly influential in the HNW sphere,…
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The risks of going digital with Lasting Powers of Attorney
Are the Financial Conduct Authority’s proposals for digitising Lasting Powers of Attorney in the best interests of the individuals delegating…
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Home Office ‘illegal migrant’ crackdown to threaten bank clients
Banks are to be expected to police over 70 million accounts under the Home Office’s new crackdown on illegal migrants,…
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Can you disinherit your children?
Despite the testamentary freedom that is protected by English law, children secretly left out of a will can successfully challenge…
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What Queensland’s unsent SMS case teaches about wills
The new Supreme Court case in Australia may change the way we look at wills in the UK, writes Hannah…
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Reform of Victorian-era laws will create more wills in the UK
With nearly a half of British adults not having a will in place, it is high time to change outdated…
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Why you now need a ‘living will’
Mr Justice Francis’ call for the creation of living wills’ to be made a national campaign alongside organ donation is…
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How to protect charitable gifts in your will
The rise of charitable gifts in wills has led to the increase in the number of related disputes too, according…
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This is where the blame game ends in divorce
The call for no-fault divorce at the Conservative Party Conference is laudable – it is about time for couples to…
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How HMRC will know your personal affairs
Ignorance of the law is neither bliss nor an excuse in the current tax landscape, as HMRC are developing increasingly…
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Are ‘deputies’ the new guardians of private wealth?
Recent reports of misconduct by attorneys have made courts think of a new alternative, writes Stephanie Brobbey When it comes…
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