No Will? It may lead to DNA tests to prove parentage Earlier this year the Courts directed that Lorraine Freeman, the younger daughter of the late Colin Birtles be DNA-tested, to verify whether she is his biological daughter and thus has an interest in his estate. Colin Birtles died without leaving a valid Will (intestate)…
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Wedding invalidates a Will or You need a higher level of mental capacity to make a Will than to Marry!
Did you know that getting married invalidates your Will? or at the very least, you will need a higher level of mental capacity to make a Will than to Marry! In January 2018 a temporary court injunction prevented an elderly man from marrying his long term partner of more than 20 years. If the wedding…
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Many people never discuss inheritance with their families
Many people never discuss inheritance with their families "Almost half of UK citizens have never discussed inheritance with their families, and a quarter do not think it is a priority, according to new research from Brewin Dolphin." "The research, undertaken with Opinium, revealed that 47 per cent of UK adults have never discussed inheritance matters,…
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Top 3 Benefits of a Will and Last Testament
Creating a last Will and Testament may be a smart move, but that doesn't mean that every adult has one. In fact, 30 million UK residents have never even created a Will. Why? Mostly because it forces us to think about our mortality and that can be terrifying for some. Others feel that if they…
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