30 August 2024 Insight Looking a gift horse in the mouth? An overview of the ‘Doctrine of Election’ in the context of testamentary legacies The Doctrine of Elections does not come up frequently but is an equitable doctrine which private client lawyers should be familiar with. In order for it to apply in the context of the testamentary legacies, there are a specific which must arise. Bookmark this page 3 min read
28 August 2024 Insight Rising estate and will disputes: Causes and considerations With disputes concerning estates and wills increasing in number, we look at why that might be the case and at what's involved. Bookmark this page 4 min read
5 August 2024 Insight Navigating separation: Insights from our YouGov survey Earlier this year, we asked YouGov to survey married people about their views on a number of topical areas in family law, as well as their approach to family disputes. The results make for interesting reading! More importantly, they help to positively and proactively shape the services we provide to our family clients. Bookmark this page 3 min read
5 August 2024 Insight Using a Lloyd’s vehicle to pass down wealth Lloyd’s of London is the world’s oldest insurance market. It still plays a vital role in the global insurance space today, with a significant proportion of the world’s insurance and reinsurance business transacted in the market. Thomas Ward from Hampden Agencies shares his insights. Bookmark this page 5 min read
5 August 2024 Insight Estate, trust & will disputes When it comes to disputes over estates, emotions can run high and things can escalate quickly. If you or your family are struggling, the estate, trust and will disputes team at Mills & Reeve can help. Bookmark this page 2 min read
5 August 2024 Insight Hot topics in family law Mark Twain famously said: “I’m in favour of progress. It’s change I don’t like”. Well, we’re not too sure what he would make of the myriad of changes that are currently facing the family justice system, but at least many are aimed to ensure progress. Here’s some highlights that are already impacting our clients, as well as major potential future changes. Bookmark this page 5 min read
5 August 2024 Insight In conversation with Scott Mitchell Emma Geale sat down for a chat with Scott Mitchell in the front room of the mews house he shared with his late wife, Dame Barbara Windsor. Bookmark this page 7 min read
5 August 2024 Insight Trust and estate taxation update A summary of the changes made to the tax position for trusts and estates which came into effect on 6 April 2024. Bookmark this page 4 min read