The dangers of DIY wills and dying intestate should not be underestimated, say Penelope Burton and Julian Washington
Firms that do probate work should investigate the funding options available, says Nick Sanders
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What happens when there is not enough money to satisfy legacies and devise? C I Howells reports
Practitioners need to avoid subjectivity when evaluating the merits of disputed will claims, says Ian Johnson
Are wills too easy to fake? Thomas Dumont and Wendy Mathers investigate
The Rolling Stones banker and a question of trust. Tracy Harris reports
Paul Hewitt and Adam Cloherty report on recent cases involving forgery and stale claims on insolvent estates
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Bell Yard Kysen appoints senior legal PR and ex-government communications adviser, Liz Giles
Clarke Willmott boosts Southampton commercial property team with addition of partner Lee Edwards
Lime Solicitors announces four promotions