Families who leave court the losers after inheritance claims

Record numbers of inheritance disputes are going through the courts as modern family structures and rising house prices push more families to contest unfavourable outcomes.   Two recent cases which have seen families losing out after legal action include two brothers...

LAWBRIDGE GRANT SAW

We are delighted to announce that on 1st March 2017 this firm has acquired the practice of Lawbridge Solicitors in Sidcup.Lawbridge Solicitors will now trade from Sidcup as a separate law firm under the style “Lawbridge Grant Saw”. We are looking forward to working...

Taking time to take stock pays off in inheritance tax planning

As the end of the tax year approaches, it’s a good time to make sure you’re maximising your opportunities for inheritance tax reliefs.  This year, as well as taking advantage of exempt lifetime gifts and transfers, property owners should also look at how the new...

Unmarried couples need to protect themselves

A landmark victory in the Supreme Court has seen a Northern Ireland woman win a share of her former partner’s pension, with commentators saying it’s likely to add impetus to the drive for greater rights for unmarried couples.  But, in the meantime, cohabitees should...