With the introduction of the Finance Act 2006 the possibility of using lifetime planning for saving inheritance tax was severely restricted using lifetime settlements.
It’s time again for “in case you missed it”, where we examine key cases in relation to will writing and other estate planning activities to keep you up to date on recent developments in the law. This time we’ll look at Naylor & Amat v Barlow & Others [2019] EWHC 1565 (Ch).
Wills can get downright bizarre. Here’s a look at some odd bequests drawn both from our own personal experience and famous people’s well-known wishes.
Most of us have probably come across the term “guardian” or “guardianship,” but have you ever stopped to think about whether this is something you need to put in place?
A survivorship clause is a clause in a will that makes a gift to a beneficiary conditional upon them surviving the testator by a set period of time.
A recent case concerning who will inherit following the deaths of an elderly couple is causing strife for two stepsisters.
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Ninian v Findlay is a particularly tragic case, involving a wife who assisted her ailing husband with ending his own life.
The following article will address these questions as well as some rumours that we’ve heard over the past few weeks regarding the validity of Wills.
What should you look for in a Will Writer? This short article will guide you on what main things to look out for when choosing a Will Writer.
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