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Jan 2024
In a recent decision by Sir Andrew McFarlane following the 2021 ‘Transparency in the Family Court’ review, a new transparency pilot scheme will begin on 29th January 2024 which will allow the media to report on financial remedy proceedings within the Financial Remedies Court (FRC). The FRC reporting pilot will only cover a limited number…
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Jan 2024
A Lasting Power of Attorney authorises a trusted friend or relative to make decisions on someone’s behalf, should they lose the capacity to do this themselves. If an individual is diagnosed with dementia, it is highly recommended that they sign a Lasting Power of Attorney if they are able to do so. A Lasting Power…
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Dec 2023
When you write your Will, you can leave your estate to your choice of beneficiaries, however, if someone is persuaded or pressured into leaving their money to a certain individual, a Will could be challenged in the courts. There are a number of grounds on which a Will can be contested, including where undue influence…
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Dec 2023
If you are dealing with the estate of someone who has died, you need to check whether any of the beneficiaries have been declared bankrupt. If you mistakenly distribute part of the estate to a bankrupt beneficiary, the trustee in bankruptcy could bring a claim against you to recover any money that they were not…
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Dec 2023
Introduction All claims must be brought within a time limit known as a limitation period. In the case of contract claims, this is usually 6 years from the date of the breach or 12 years where a deed is concerned. This can be extended in certain cases under Section 32 Limitation Act 1980 (“The Act”).…
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Dec 2023
With the new, simpler ‘no-fault’ divorce law now in effect, experts are warning of an increased risk of financial difficulties in retirement Insurer and pension provider Aviva has carried out research which suggests that as couples take advantage of an easier route to divorce, they may not take the time to properly value pensions and…
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