My step-parent has made a new Will after my parent died which has disinherited me. What can I do?

By Emma-Louise Green, Associate at Meridian Private Client LLP and listed specialist in the Certainty Contentious Probate Hub & Area A scenario that we frequently encounter as contentious probate practitioners is where a step-child finds themselves in a situation where their step-parent has changed their Will following the death of their spouse who was the […]
Geordies would spend inheritance windfall jetting off on a jaunt

We recently asked 2,000 UK adults how they would spend an inheritance windfall: “Vegas”, “gold bullion”, “splashing out on a new house or wheels”, or more sensibly “investing” were among the responses. But for the majority of people living in Newcastle it’s all about fun in the sun. Thirty-one per cent of Geordies say they […]
How Kate Garraway’s story demonstrates the importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney

Kings Court Trust has a new blog that uses the story of TV personality, Kate Garraway, to explain why we should be prepared for the unexpected with a Lasting Power of Attorney. Did you know that less than 1% of adults in the UK have a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place? Unfortunately, Derek […]
Celebration of the famous faces we lost in 2020

2020 has seen the passing of some famous faces, with the worlds of entertainment, sport, music and literature losing some shining stars. As we celebrate another festive period and say goodbye to an unprecedented year, we thought it would be nice to look back and celebrate the lives of some of those who inspired so […]