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Analysis

Inheritance claims by adult children: Court of Appeal throws out Illott v Mitson

2014-04-03T14:44:00Z

Lesley King analyses the latest chapter in the long-running saga of Illott v Mitson concerning an application for reasonable financial provision under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.

Analysis

Can the court order rectification without determining a mistake?

2014-02-28T17:40:00Z

Lesley King analyses two cases which emphasise the importance of cautious will drafting to avoid problems further down the line.

Analysis

Cancelling contracts made in the home

2014-01-22T17:48:00Z

Lesley King explains why law firms must tread carefully when handling contracts entered into as part of a solicited home visit to a client.