Banks v Goodfellow: The common law test for testamentary capacity remains
A frequent means of challenging the validity of a Will is to claim that the person who gave instructions for the Will, known as “the testator”, did not have the required level of mental capacity, known as “testamentary capacity”.
An interview with: Julian Sampson
Are some parties being ‘Overprotected’? – US Conservatorship vs English Deputyship
Following the recent documentary ‘Framing Britney Spears’, the case of the court-ordered conservatorship of the singer Britney Spears has been in the headlines. In our latest blog, Laura Walkley looks at US conservatorship and the English equivalent, Deputyship.
I’m buying a property – do I also need to make a Will?
Whether you are buying a property alone or with another person, purchasing your first or your fifteenth home, planning on living in it or letting it out: whenever you acquire property, you should consider whether you need to make or update your Will as a result.
An interview with: Julian Sampson
Income Tax Planning: what does that mean for my Will?
Married couples are often advised, for Income Tax efficiency, that assets should be held jointly.