Mirror wills: Why legal loopholes are causing a surge in disputes

17/02/2023

A legal loophole in wills is becoming increasingly common. 'Mirror wills' are causing more disputes. Find out why here with our solicitor, Anna Kerr.

Wills and Probate

What to do after you’ve written your will

09/02/2023

A will is one of the most important documents that people write in their lifetime. But once you’ve penned yours, don’t just sit back... our legal director Zoe Fleming explains why.

Wills and Probate

Answered: Your probate questions

02/02/2023

Understanding the process of winding up an estate can be complicated and you may have questions about probate. Here, our head of Wills, Trusts and Probate Team answers your questions.

Wills and Probate

Can I leave money to my child but not their spouse?

06/10/2022

Victoria Harcourt from our Wills, Trusts and Probate Team explains how you can ensure your child's inheritance stays with them and is not split with an ex-partner.

Wills and Probate

How the Lasting Powers of Attorney can help someone with dementia

28/09/2022

If your loved one is diagnosed with dementia, here's why they should put an LPA in place. Our legal director Zoe Fleming explains more in her blog post.

Wills and Probate

All you need to know about the Court of Protection

12/09/2022

If a loved one does not have an LPA in place and now lacks the mental capacity to act for themselves, you may need to make an application to the Court of Protection to get permission to act on their behalf. Solicitor Anna Kerr explains more.

Wills and Probate

Why we recommend an LPA (Lasting Powers of Attorney)

03/08/2022

The Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows a trusted person to make decisions for someone, should they lose capacity to do so. Find out more about why we recommend one and how you can make one here.

Wills and Probate

What are the grounds for contesting a will?

10/05/2022

Solicitor Katy Rider from our Dispute Resolution Team explains the main ways that the validity of a will can be challenged.

Wills and Probate

How to protect your interest in property upon separation

03/05/2022

The knowledgeable and supportive Family Law team at Marsden Rawsthorn Solicitors explains its sympathetic and understanding approach to helping you protect your interest in property upon separation.

Family Law

10 reasons why you should make a will

09/03/2022

Nicola Birchall, a chartered legal executive from our Wills, Probate and Trusts team explains why it's so important to write a will and exactly how Marsden Rawsthorn can help you.

Wills and Probate

Inheritance Act 1975 claims: What am I entitled to?

05/05/2021

Do you think you should have inherited a share in a property? Dispute Resolution solicitor Katy Rider tells you everything you need to know about claims you can make against an estate under the Inheritance Act 1975.

Disputes and Resolution

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