Legal Insights

The Inheritance Act 1975 – who can claim for inheritance? What is the Inheritance Act 1975? Can I claim against an estate after distribution for inheritance? How do I claim for inheritance under the Inheritance Act 1975? Can a non-family member contest a Will? This article outlines how someone can make a claim against an

What happens to my body after I die? Who has the right to deal with a dead body in the UK? Who has the right to arrange my funeral? Can I make funeral arrangements now? Many of us believe that we own our body and we can determine what kind of funeral or disposal arrangements

The intestacy rules – who inherits if someone dies without a Will? Who is the next of kin when there is no Will? What is the order of inheritance without a Will? What happens when someone dies without a family? This article outlines who will inherit someone’s property when they have not left a Will

Dealing with foreign assets in your Will How do I effectively deal with foreign property and assets in my Will? Do I need a separate Will? Would my foreign Will be valid in the UK? This article outlines the steps to be taken in making a Will when you have assets abroad. In an increasingly

What to do with pets when the owner dies Your simple, clear and easy-to-use guide on how to ensure your pets are cared for, after you die. For many of us pet owners, we often don’t like to think about what would happen to our beloved furry, feathered or scaled friends when we die. However,

The need for clarity in Wills “Equity”. “Fiduciary position”. “Donatio mortis causa”. One of the most common reasons why people are put off from even considering talking about Wills is the jargon involved. From unpronounceable words to Latin phrases, ‘legalese’ has discredited the law on Estate Planning as an unattractive and esoteric subject. But fear

Most common reasons why people do not have a Will “I don’t have the time”. “I’m too young”. “I don’t own anything valuable”. More than half of the UK population still do not have a Will. They know they need one but yet still put it off. From believing it is too much effort to