Ruth Hughes considers two recent Court of Protection cases which raised questions over the appointment o

Official Solicitor understood to have applied for permission t

Jean-Yves Gilg predicts a busy year ahead for private client practitioners and for law firms generally as they adapt to the new competenc

Poole v Everall provides a stark reminder of the court’s preferences when considering whether or not to affirm a will, write Emily Exton and Marin

Mr Justice Charles criticises Legal Aid Agency for advancing any argument ‘to avoid paying lega

Roocroft reminds solicitors dealing with contentious probate claims that disclosure must be full and accurate or court orders may be set aside, writes Marg

With a new chancellor of the exchequer at the helm, John Bunker urges lawyers not to lose sight of the reforms introduced by hi

Brendan Cotter considers the difficulties that claimants continue to face when attempting to challenge testamentary predators and prove undue influence in

Complexity of modern families, Ilott, and rising property values fuel claims, suggest