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Left Out of a Will? Here’s What To Do.
The loss of a family member or loved one can be incredibly tough, especially if you are wondering why you have been left out of ...

45% of Britons Don’t Know How to Contest a Will
A recent survey has uncovered notable knowledge gaps among the general public, particularly in younger age groups, when it comes to how to contest a ...

What’s the Difference Between Conventional Wills and Islamic Wills?
At Cartwright King, we understand that drafting a Sharia law-compliant Islamic Will requires specialised knowledge. Our Islamic will solicitors have the expertise to provide comprehensive ...

Providing For Your Disabled Child in Your Will
Securing the well-being of your child in the event of your absence is a common worry among parents. Yet, when your child has a disability, ...

National Will Register Reaches 10 Millionth Will
The National Will Register has reached a huge UK milestone, announcing they have over 10 million Wills registered on their system. A study from 2021, ...

A Guide to Contesting a Will
Dealing with a death in the family is not an easy time, and when it comes to the will, it’s important that the assets are ...

How Much Does a Will Cost?
Each year, 1 in 3 people die without writing a Will. A Will is one of the most important things you can do to protect ...

How to Write a Will with Clear Instructions
The death of a loved one is a difficult time that can be made harder by family disputes over the distribution of personal assets. If ...

Do I Need a Solicitor to Apply for Probate?
What is Probate? Probate is the legal process where a deceased person’s will is ‘proved’ to the court. However, the term probate is more generally ...

Record Number of People Leaving Money to Charity in Their Will
Leaving money to charity in your will is a great way to give back to a cause. Smee & Ford’s annual Legacy Trends Report shows ...

Concerning Number of Over 75s Found to Have Not Made a Will
New research has been released, that shows that a large number of the older generation in the UK have not made a will. While it ...

Leaving Gifts to Children In Your Will
When you are writing your will, there are a number of things that you may want to consider if you are leaving money in a ...
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