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How to file a caveat and stop probate
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How to file a caveat and stop probate

Posted on 16th April 2020 in Dispute Resolution

In most cases, a Grant of Probate is required for the estate to be dealt with and administered. Without the Grant of Probate, an executor will not be able to sell any property which belongs to the deceased, nor will they have the authority to deal with the estate’s assets.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

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Guide to intestacy
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Guide to intestacy

Posted on 24th March 2020 in Dispute Resolution

The intestacy rules will take effect where an individual dies without a valid Will in place.
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Can a carer make an Inheritance Act claim?
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Can a carer make an Inheritance Act claim?

Posted on 12th August 2019 in Dispute Resolution

Can a family member who was being paid to care for a family member make a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 if they are left out of a will?
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

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Can I bring an Inheritance Act claim out of time?
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Can I bring an Inheritance Act claim out of time?

Posted on 07th January 2019 in Dispute Resolution

This insight focuses on the time limit to bring an Inheritance Act claim and in what circumstances this time limit may be extended. For an explanation of an Inheritance Act claim, please click here.
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Martin Laver

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What is a Larke v Nugus request?
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What is a Larke v Nugus request?

Posted on 01st January 2019 in Dispute Resolution

If you are considering disputing a will on the grounds explained here, the first formal step is often to make a Larke v Nugus request. This insight explains more about a Larke v Nugus request.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

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How to use Precedent H to recover your legal costs
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How to use Precedent H to recover your legal costs

Posted on 31st October 2018 in Dispute Resolution

The normal rule in litigation is that the successful party is entitled to recover its costs from the other party. The Civil Procedure rules now give courts wide discretion in controlling the amount of costs parties can recover.
Jill Headford

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Jill Headford

Partner and Solicitor
What is the time limit to contest a Will?
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What is the time limit to contest a Will?

Posted on 28th September 2018 in Dispute Resolution

Time limits to challenge a will depend on the type of claim being contemplated.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

Partner and Solicitor
Horse dealers warranties
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Horse dealers warranties

Posted on 11th June 2018 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Dispute Resolution

The term “dealer” could apply to anyone selling even a single horse if they have a horse-related business. They don’t have to be an actual horse dealer in the traditional sense.
Jill Headford

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Jill Headford

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Buying a horse via an agent
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Buying a horse via an agent

Posted on 01st June 2018 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Dispute Resolution

The use of agents when buying and selling horses is commonplace.
Jill Headford

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Jill Headford

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Guide to the Consumer Rights Act and buying a horse
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Guide to the Consumer Rights Act and buying a horse

Posted on 21st September 2017 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Dispute Resolution

Has the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (CRA), which replaces the Sale of Goods Act 1979 (SGA) from October 2015, put buyers in a better position to reject a horse after purchase? 
Jill Headford

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Jill Headford

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What is a Disputed Will?
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What is a Disputed Will?

Posted on 13th September 2017 in Dispute Resolution

Sometimes there are problems with the will itself and sometimes people are unhappy with the contents of the will.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

Partner and Solicitor
Control of Horses Act 2015
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Control of Horses Act 2015

Posted on 01st June 2017 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters, Dispute Resolution

A new law is now available to tackle the problem of fly-grazing in England.
Jill Headford

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Jill Headford

Partner and Solicitor