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Ilott: A tale of two stages

The decision to allow an appeal to the Supreme Court raises questions about what constitutes 'reasonable financial provision' in claims under the Inheritance Act 1975, writes John FitzGerald

The art of connecting deputies

Frenkel Topping's annual Deputy Day is an invaluable opportunity for deputies and trustees to share best practice, concerns, and solutions in a confidential and supportive environment

Jersey: Advancing the private client landscape

Sevyn Kalsi and Katherine Neal discuss the legal frameworks and standards that have allowed Jersey to establish itself as a transparent, modern, and attractive jurisdiction for private wealth matters

A review of testamentary capacity

Howard Smith considers how the concept of testamentary capacity has evolved over time, including the impact of the Mental Capacity Act and the importance of the 'golden rule'

Spring awakening: Private client changes in the Budget

David Kilshaw and Sophia Watsham review the Spring Budget and the changes introduced by the latest Finance Bill from the private client perspective

Private Client Focus

SJ's dedicated private client supplement is now available to view online

The legal fallout from the Panama Papers

Mossack Fonseca's loss may be other lawyers' gain if the firm's clients decide to bring claims against it, writes Sarah Webb

Lawyers and accountants declare Brexit will be bad for business

Uncertainty surrounding the referendum result will impact professional services industry