Whilst making the decision to separate (or being served with divorce papers) has a number of other immediate concerns that may need addressing, it is vitally important for you to consider updating a Will, or making a Will, to ensure you are taking such steps as are necessary to protect yourself and your family financially … Continued
One quarter of all couples are cohabiting (not in a marriage or a civil partnership) according to a recent study by the Office of National Statistics and, coupled with the statistic that only 35% of UK adults have made a Will, is unfortunately creating conflict and financial difficulties upon death of a partner. Who can … Continued
A frequent question raised by couples when making a Will is often regarding protecting the family home. This may be in relation to residential care fee planning or ensuring children are not disinherited by subsequent relationships or on second or third marriages. Traditionally, the family home would be left to a surviving spouse but increasingly, … Continued
