Election Proposals – Inheritance Tax & Capital Gains Tax

A review of the main manifesto pledges around inheritance tax and capital gains tax.

What is a Grant of Probate and do i need one?

In a very unusual decision a Will was ruled to be invalid on grounds of lack of testamentary capacity despite there being no medical expert evidence adduced by either side. Katharine Riley examines the approach to the evidence taken in the case of Dean Hughes v Hermes Rodrigues in May 2019, and reviews challenges to Wills based on capacity issues and the rules on the burden of proof.

At Field Seymour Parkes we are seeing ever increasing numbers of disputes between executors/trustees and beneficiaries, and clients seeking the removal of a trustee/executor. Katharine Riley, Head of Will Disputes and Contentious Probate reviews a recent case which summarises the principles and procedure.

10 Reasons to Make a Will.

Find out more about the Private Client Departments.

Article aimed at encouraging new parents to review their existing Will provisions, or make a Will for the first time.

A look at the dangers of attempting to administer an estate without legal assistance.

Mandy Clarke of our wills, trusts and tax planning department explains why it is so important that you make a Will – before it’s too late.

An introduction to applying for deputyship with the Court of Protection.

A brief examination of why lasting powers of attorney are important.