Kevin Richardson

This week saw the handing down of two Judgements in two areas of Contested Wills the first was a retrial of a matter in respect of a claim for Undue Influence in the matter of Rea and Rea. [2024] EWCA Civ 169 The second related to a successful challenge to...

So, I am not much of a television viewer and if I do watch television, I am very picky about what I watch. However, something has caught my eye this week and I am intrigued by a new drama starting on channel 5 tonight at 9.00pm called “The...

Well, it won’t surprise you to know that there is no right or wrong answer! However, for someone who has been a litigator or as I prefer these days a dispute resolution lawyer for over 30 years the tide is certainly shifting to mediation rather than...

A recent High court ruling has ruled that a deceased Widow was entitled to a 50% share in the deceased estate. While the decision is not particularly surprising, it reinforces the rights of a deceased spouse to receive “reasonable financial provision...

Family structures tend to be more complicated than they once were. People remarry, have step-children and ex-partners. This can lead to an increased chance of disputes arising regarding Estates of those who have died. Probate disputes. This is particularly...

A Will sets out the disposition of property on death and sets out the wishes and intentions of the person making it. A Will comes into effect on death. However, to be valid and effective and to ensure that the wishes of the deceased are carried...

Are you in a long-term relationship and not married? Does your partner have children from a previous marriage or relationship? Do you know if your partner has made a will or made any financial provision for you, should they suddenly die? We have...

Can I challenge a will? What is the point of a Will if it can be challenged? Well firstly, a properly drafted will (usually drafted by a solicitor or Will writer) provided it complies with the legal formalities of Section of the Wills Act 1837 is...