Contesting and defending the validity of a Will is a specialist area of law referred to by lawyers as ‘contentious probate’. Contentious probate claims should not be confused with claims made pursuant to The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (“the Inheritance Act”).

Over the series of the few weeks, Walker Foster shall be releasing a bite sized blog each Monday that seeks to answer some of the most commonly asked questions our litigation department are asked to advise upon in a contested ... Read More

Over the series of the few weeks, Walker Foster shall be releasing a bite sized blog each Monday that seeks to answer some of the most commonly asked questions our litigation department are asked to advise upon in a contested Will case.

Supporting a good cause can help achieve a great sense of wellbeing, and improve team morale. It’s simple; when we give back, we feel good.

Congratulations to two of our current apprentices, Emily Throup and Lily Holmes (Legal Assistants in our Conveyancing Team)

The Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) is a recognised standard for residential conveyancing practices, ensuring its recipient meets the high standards of expertise expected in delivering quality residential conveyancing advice.

In short yes they are. You and your partner are able to establish in advance how your assets will be shared should you separate or subsequently divorce.

A mother goes into her kitchen to find her two daughters arguing over the last orange in the fruit bowl.