“Wacky” will terms on the rise
DIY will writing services have made it easier for people to include so-called “wacky” terms in their wills, according to a report. The report states there has been a rise in “trust clauses” or conditions that specify how an inheritance is paid out. An early example of such a clause was the will of Frank […]
Knights acquires South East-based firm for £11.5m
Midlands-headquartered firm Knights has acquired a 130-year-old counterpart in a £11.5m deal. Coffin Mew is an independent law firm based primarily in Portsmouth with offices in Southampton, Brighton and Newbury. In a statement, Knights stated that the acquisition will bring 102 new fee earners to Knights, significantly expanding Knights’ presence in the South East, an […]