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Intestacy rules change but co-habiting partners still lose out

Wills & probate solicitors
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The position of both co-habitants and surviving spouses can be protected, and unplanned for inheritance tax bills avoided, by drawing up a Will rather than relying on “the one size fits all” provisions laid down by the intestacy rules.

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The dangers of homemade Wills

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Homemade Wills can be dangerous and give rise to numerous problems, including family disputes and estate administration issues. Contact a Wills solicitor on 0800 652 8025. Free initial consultation. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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The short guide to a suspected brain tumour: Treatment and diagnosis

Medical negligence solicitors
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When one is suspected to have a brain tumour, it can be very frightening. We’ve put together a guide to help one navigate through this tough journey.

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Testamentary capacity explained

Court of Protection solicitors
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Our solicitors explain testamentary capacity and how it can affect the validity of a Will. Call 0800 652 8025 today to speak to a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Brain cancer signs, types and grades. Know yours.

Medical negligence solicitors
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Almost 11,700 people are diagnosed with a brain tumour each year – that’s 32 people every day. Do you know the common types and symptoms of a brain tumour?

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How to increase the effectiveness of your lasting power of attorney

Private wealth services
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Lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) are vitally important documents: they give someone power to make decisions about your financial affairs, or to make decisions in relation to your personal welfare, after you lose capacity.

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Personal injury compensation and divorce

Family law
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Find out how a nuptial agreement could protect a personal injury compensation from divorce or relationship breakdown. Call 0800 652 8025

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Making gifts under Power of Attorney: a guide for Attorneys and Deputies

Court of Protection solicitors
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If you’re an Attorney or Deputy acting on an incapable person’s behalf, find out what gifts you can make under Power of Attorney. Call 0800 652 8025.

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The advantages of discretionary Will trusts

Wills & probate solicitors
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We explain how discretionary Will trusts work and explore how one might have prevented a family dispute over a Scottish estate. Call 0800 652 8025 for a free initial consultation with a Wills specialist. Offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.

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Siblings and inheritance tax planning

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The vexed question of the position of siblings under UK Inheritance tax (IHT) law has again received some coverage in the media.

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Executors: beware of DWP claims against an estate

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We explain how executors of an estate can protect themselves from personal liability to debtors – including overpayment recovery from the DWP. Need help managing an estate? Contact a specialist solicitor now on 0800 652 8025 for a free initial consultation.

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