Ilott v Mitson: Can judges ignore your will?
The case of Heather Ilott has been in the news following a decision by the Court of Appeal. The case has been…
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The case of Heather Ilott has been in the news following a decision by the Court of Appeal. The case has been…
Legal Aid – Is it now easier to get funding for your case?
Parliament has responded to a recent High Court decision about the operation of the Legal Aid system and has changed the rules which should make it a little easier…
Highly unusual divorce ruling – Wife gets the lot
When a couple divorces, either person can ask the Court to decide how the family assets should be shared. It is often said that in a divorce finance case, the starting…
Proprietary Estoppel? Elementary my dear Watson: Mr Holmes & his will
I went to the cinema recently to see “Mr Holmes” – an enjoyable film about the famous Sherlock Holmes. This…
Lord Janner is to be prosecuted: what are the implications?
The alleged victims of Lord Janner have succeeded in their bid for his prosecution. The head of the Crown Prosecution Service, Director for Public Prosecutions Alison Saunders, had initially…
Are family courts biased in favour of mothers when deciding arrangements for children?
Research has just been published which puts pay to some myths and perceptions about family law. The researchers looked at a sample of cases from 2011. We have seen…
Are you considering buying to let? Here’s what you need to know
Many Landlords don’t realise that they have responsibilities towards their tenants until they end up in hot water. If you’re a first time landlord, or are considering becoming a…
All too often we hear people saying, “I didn’t think Legal Aid was available anymore.” It’s a common assumption following the widely publicised cuts to Legal Aid in April…
Mental health problems – more common than you might think
Mental health problems – more common than you might think According to the mental health charity Mind, a quarter of us suffer with mental health problems each year. These problems…
Love it or List It? Whatever you decide, we can help.
Channel 4’s favourite on screen husband and wife Phil and Kirstie are back with a new series. Each week they help couples who have fallen out of love with…
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