Can people with dementia make a Will?
When people are diagnosed with dementia, they often look to put their affairs in order and one of the things that is high on the list is making a Will.…
Category: Beneficiaries And Inheritance
Can I leave money to a charity in my Will?
If you have a favourite charity and you’d like to leave a bequest to them in your Will then the good news is that not only can you leave money…
What is estate planning?
Estate planning is simply the process of putting in place measures to make sure that your assets go to the people you want them to after your death and to…
Are children entitled to inherit from their parent’s estate?
Are children entitled to inherit from their parent’s estate? Modern families are often complicated things and one recent case to come before the court illustrates this perfectly and indeed shows…
How long after probate does it take to receive an inheritance?
How long after probate does it take to receive an inheritance? For beneficiaries of small, simple estate probate can take as little as 3 months and then it is simply…
What is a caveat?
Wills – What is a caveat? A caveat is a legal device used to give notice that there is a concern about the validity of a Will. The effect is…
Can you contest a Will?
Can you contest a Will? There are five main reasons for contesting a Will and these are; #1 Not complying with the Wills Act 1837 #2 Undue influence or coercion…
Who should be a legal guardian for your children?
Should you choose a legal guardian for your children? Guardianship is a really important aspect of making a Will and something that you shouldn’t enter into lightly. It is your…
What is a lasting power of attorney?
Lasting Power of Attorney – what is it and do you need one? Power of Attorney is one of those things that most people have heard of but unless they…
Inherited a car? What you should do next.
Inherited a car? What you should do next. One of the things that surprises people when someone passes on is the sheer amount of practicalities that have to be dealt…