Losing a loved one is a difficult and emotional time, and the practical realities of dealing with their estate can add a layer of complexity and stress. The legal process of administering the deceased’s estate is often misunderstood and underestimated...
In an era increasingly driven by digital convenience, the use of AI‑assisted drafting tools and do-it-yourself (DIY) Will kits is often marketed as a simple, low-cost alternative for estate planning. However, these seemingly straightforward solutions...
You may have heard that within divorce proceedings a lump sum can be awarded to one party payable by the other as part of a financial settlement, usually to ‘buy out’ one parties’ interest in the former family home. You may have not...
‘What is Probate? Do I need it? What about Inheritance Tax?’ Understanding what happens when a loved one passes away can be an overwhelming experience. Research conducted by the Estate Registry has revealed many people are confused by...
Following a Final Order made in divorce financial remedy proceedings, a lump sum may have been ordered to be paid by one party to other as the best way to divide up the assets to conclude the proceedings. However, what happens if the party ordered to...
Tribunal awards NHS worker nearly £30,000 in compensation for Darth Vader Comparison Employees and workers have legal protection against being subjected to a “detriment” on the ground that they have made a protected whistleblowing...
Parental responsibility (PR) is the concept of the legal and practical duties in relation to children in their minority (and their property) in your care. This manifests in ways such as the child’s education, residence, name, religion, medical...
For companies with a sole director, it is essential to understand the quorum requirements set out in the company’s Articles of Association. What do the Model Articles say? The Model Articles, for companies limited by shares for companies...
You may have heard that MIAMs and Mediation are not the same thing but are confused as to the difference between the two. MIAM stands for Mediation Information and Mediation Assessment Meeting. The clue is in the name! This meeting assesses whether mediation...
Her Majesty’s Courts and Tribunal Service is currently plagued with backlogs and waiting times. Often, parties are experiencing waiting times on average of up to 16 weeks for an FDA (the first hearing in financial cases) following issue of financial...
