Few areas of Wills law stir as much concern among practitioners as undue influence. The idea that a person’s last wishes could be threatened by another’s pressure strikes at the heart of testamentary freedom.
This article outlines the current law relating to stepchildren’s rights under Wills and intestacy, as well as their ability to claim provision from an estate under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.
The Society of Will Writers (SWW) Annual Conference 2025 brought together members, partners, and professionals from across the estate planning and private client sectors for two inspiring days at the Hilton East Midlands.
The SWW Conference 2025 takes place on Monday and we are happy to introduce our last speaker Kate French.
We’re now just two weeks away from the 2025 SWW Conference on the 6th and 7th of October. This year’s programme is packed with insightful sessions from leading voices in the profession and beyond.
We are less than a month away from SWW Conference 2025 and we are very pleased to introduce our next speaker Antony Brinkman.
As we continue the run up to the SWW Conference 2025 on the 6th and 7th October; we are excited to introduce Caroline Bielanska.
Learn how a Deed of Variation lets families adjust inheritances, reduce inheritance tax (IHT), and create fairer outcomes after a loved one’s death.
The way we live, work and communicate has undergone a digital revolution over the last 20 years, yet, in many respects, the law of Wills remains trapped in the 19th century. The Law Commission’s final report on Wills presents a range of proposals to bring the law up to date.
SWW Conference 2025 is well on the way and we would like to introduce our next speaker Darren Chapman.
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