News from the Law Society Gazette
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Pastures new for solicitor who spent 60 years at same firm
Patrick Burstall, 80, joins another legal practice after six decades at the firm founded by his father in 1946.
Member talk: Contentious probate
Catch up with significant contested probate cases from the past 12 months and uncover the dos and don’ts of contentious probate.
Rea v Rea and undue influence claims
Rajinder Rai examines the judgment in Rea v Rea, and the implications for claims of undue influence
How an investigator can support with contentious probate
Tony Imossi, of Law Society partner ABI, explains the benefit of using a professional investigator when dealing with a contentious will or trust
In the red: debts, insolvency and duties of personal representatives
As the cost-of-living crisis and talks of another recession increasingly hit the headlines, Roman Kubiak, partner and head of the Contested Wills, Trusts and Estates team at Hugh James, and Emily Peacock, trainee solicitor, discuss the thorny topic of debts, insolvency and the duties of personal representatives.
Our expert librarians and Practice Advice Service solicitors offer support and guidance on legal practice and procedure. Explore frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Library FAQ: where can I find precedents for age 18-25 or section 71D trusts?
Library FAQ: where can I find precedents for flexible life interest trusts?
PAS FAQ: are we obliged to distribute money if we don’t believe it’s in the beneficiary’s best interest?
Library FAQ: where can I find precedents and commentary on digital assets?