Pathways for financial relief when estate administration becomes contentious
In estate administration, expectations that surround the role of executor can create challenges. An executor may find themselves with limited liquidity while expenses fall due and beneficiaries expect progress. With building pressures, estates can become contested, creating a ripple effect of delays, increased costs, and emotional burden. When disputes happen, they can prolong key steps […]
Son’s will challenge fails in ‘case which should never have been brought’
A disinherited son’s application to have his father’s will overturned due to undue influence from his partner has been rejected. Jonathan Saville Thurston (pictured) claimed a 2019 will made by his father, John Saville Thurston, which left his entire £500,000 estate to his partner Hannah Shabathai, was invalid. A 2013 will had been made in […]
Promotions and new hires at Simkins LLP and Ampla Finance
Ampla Finance, the specialist lender focused on legal finance and inheritance-related lending, has expanded its team with three new appointments across marketing and introducer-facing roles, while Simkins has promoted Oliver Sharp to partner in the firm’s private client practice, with property lawyer Kim Walker becoming legal director. Amanda Wesson (pictured right) joins as marketing manager, […]
‘Mental Health Act must work for all’ – Law Society
As Mental Health Awareness Week gets underway, the Law Society of England and Wales is urging the UK government to formally consult with experts and those with lived experience to develop a code of practice for the Mental Health Act 2025. The new act, which became law in December 2025 and will be rolled out over […]