When a married couple or civil partners separate, is divorce the only way?
Living separately without formalising matters It is possible to continue to live together – or to live apart – and do little or nothing to formalise this. However, this offers no legal or financial protection. If a separating couple wish to formalise their separation, there are a few options to consider. Separation Agreement A Separation […]
Increase in IHT investigations recovers additional £246m
Preserving woodland and protecting wealth: conditional exemption for farmers with heritage woodland
Farms are often asset rich rather than liquidity rich, and even where IHT is charged at a reduced rate, the sums involved can still be significant. This can leave families facing the very difficult decision to sell a farm that may have been in the family for decades. One option that may help, particularly where […]
Key documents to have ready before your death
Divorce and your Will: how to protect your family assets
If you don’t update your Will during divorce – or you have not made one – your estranged spouse may still inherit your estate in the event of your death. Why updating your Will matters during divorce Until you are legally divorced, the law treats couples as still being married, even when they have separated […]
Employment Law in 2026 – the changes employers need to know
Some changes are confirmed, while others remain subject to consultation and further guidance. Either way, employers will face increased obligations and greater risk if they fail to prepare. But what does this mean for you? What should you watch out for in 2026 and how can you prepare effectively? Below, we take a closer look […]