Our work on BBC Radio 4 series The Grave Robbers helped expose how criminal gangs are stealing millions from legitimate heirs and from HMRC—using forged Wills to exploit systemic weaknesses in the probate process.
As part of preparing a Will, many people face the question: should I use a Solicitor or a Will Writer? Understanding the distinctions can help you to make an informed decision about what is right for your needs.
Our employment law solicitors explain the ways in which employees are currently entitled to time off after a bereavement.
If you are experiencing Domestic Abuse, it is likely that you will have many questions. In this article, Senior Family Lawyer Sharon Micuta answers the FAQs regarding Domestic Abuse
There are few life experiences as challenging and emotionally charged as the breakdown of a relationship. In this article we answer the Frequently Asked Questions about Divorce.
To obtain a financial order certain information and documentation needs to be made available to the Court and the other party before the court can make a final order. In this article, we explore the process for obtaining a Financial Order.
The starting point for dividing assets is generally fifty-fifty, with the court only departing from equality if there is good reason to do so, most commonly due to the “needs of the parties” and any relevant children. The latter is the Court’s primary concern.
A pension is a future asset of a party as well as a future source of income, and as such will be taken into account in a financial settlement. Pensions are a particularly complex area of any financial settlement on divorce or separation and require extremely careful consideration.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of civil partnerships, including their formation, legal benefits, and differences from marriage.
In this article, we'll break down the key orders that a court can make regarding children and explain what Parental Responsibility means in simple terms.
The ability to communicate ‘without prejudice’ is an invaluable tool when negotiating and trying to settle a dispute. Find out more.
Employers need to deal with the employee supportively and appropriately, but what does this mean in practice? Read more here.