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...

Contentious probate refers to disputes that arise regarding the validity and administration of wills and estates. In the United Kingdom, the number of cases relating to contentious probate has witnessed a significant increase in recent years. This...

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...

Is Fennessy and Turner and Another [2022] WTLR 1296 a change of direction for adult claims in a 1975 Act claim or is the decision based upon the courts exercise of their discretion. 1975 Inheritance Act claims continue to be on the rise. The Court of...

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...