Lords Committee calls for progress on will writing reform
The Chair of the House of Lords Justice and Home Affairs Committee has called for progress on wills reform in an open letter to minister for courts and legal services Sarah Sackman. Lord Foster of Bath has called on the government to “clarify what action it is taking to make digital wills legally valid, how […]
Kennel hand suing estate over Champion dog breeder’s £1.1m legacy
The £1.1m will of a Crufts champion dog breeder is at the centre of a High Court fight between her son and a kennel hand. David Brand, 59, says Mary Swash, pictured, a well known breeder of pedigree Airedale terriers, treated him like “family” and promised to look after him for life. Brand worked alongside […]
Former Law Society president takes the reins at mental health and wellbeing charity LawCare
Legal-focused mental health and wellbeing charity LawCare has confirmed the appointment of Mark Evans as its new Chief Executive. Evans’ takes up the role having completed his term as President of the Law Society of England and Wales The charity, which is approaching its 30th anniversary, aims to reach more people across the legal sector and […]