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Prevent a Challenge

A recent statement made by a member of the Law Society’s Wills and Equity Committee said that ‘There are several ways to challenge the validity of a Will, though it is a complex area and shouldn’t be undertaken lightly’ To prevent such...

I already have a Will

The number of times people have said that to me when asked to make a Will. ”I already have one. Made it years ago” How naïve to think that it covers current circumstances or up to date legislation. Any Will should be reviewed at least every three years to...

Testate or Intestate—- Your Choice

Few of us, if any, have a choice as to when we die. It is virtually unpredictable. When we die however we will die either testate or intestate. Testate means that we have left instructions, via a Will, as to how our assets are to be distributed after we are gone....

Simon Cowell knows when

It is reported today that Simon Cowell has had a DNA test which tells him when he is going to die. Apparently he is good for another 40 years yet. This will certainly give him time to plan his affairs to ensure the maximum part of his estate will reach his loved ones...

Live and let die

When the sun shines and life feels good the thought of dying is far from your mind. You feel as though you are going to live for ever. Unfortunately that is not the case as death is inevitable. What is even worse it is unpredictable. Many deaths reported in the press...