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As of April 2024, the family court fees will be increasing. Having remained the same since 2021, the rationale behind this increase, as stated by the Ministry of Justice, is to ensure that the courts...
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Understanding financial settlements in divorce or dissolution is arguably the most important aspect of the separation process. It is not just about legally ending a marriage or civil partnership. It i...
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In a recent submission to a Government consultation, we voiced our strong opposition to the proposed claimant issue fee of £55 for Employment Tribunals (ET) and the Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT)....
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It is often thought that when a person passes away the family gather for a formal reading of the will, but whilst that might be requested, it is not something that usually happens. Instead, it is up t...
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A trustee or personal representative may find themselves engaged in litigation on behalf of the trust or estate. In those circumstances, issues can arise as to how their legal costs should be funded....
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The role of executor can be burdensome and often daunting, particularly for a layperson. When they agree to take on the role, they often are not aware that they are under a strict duty to carry out th...
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I recently read, without any particular surprise, two articles in The Guardian newspaper from 17 March 2024 (https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/mar/17/nhs-ombudsman-rob-behrens-serious-issues-co...
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Trustees are often tasked with making decisions about how a trust should operate. If a decision that a trustee has to make is considered ‘momentous’, then they may consider applying to obtain appr...
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