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Estate disputes can be emotionally draining, financially costly and damaging to family relationships. Whether your estate includes property, investments, business…

If you are acting as an attorney or deputy for a loved one who has lost the ability to manage…

Few situations are more difficult than realising that a loved one is no longer able to make decisions for themselves….

If you are considering challenging a Will in the UK, understanding your legal grounds to contest a Will can affect…

Trusts have historically been a cornerstone of succession planning for UK farmland owners, allowing families to preserve agricultural land, manage…

Herrington Carmichael have been retained to advise the parents of a young man who suffers with significant learning disabilities along…

If you lost mental capacity, who would you want to make decisions on your behalf? Planning for the future means…

Family businesses are often built over decades through hard work, careful planning and shared values. However, when succession plans fail,…

Receiving the news that you are due to inherit money, property, or other assets can be emotional and sometimes overwhelming….

Whilst DIY Wills may appear to be a cost-effective and convenient option, it can lead to significant legal and practical…

The term “common law partner” is widely used in everyday life, but many people are surprised to learn that it…

Putting a Will in place is important for everyone, but for UK business owners it often needs to go further…