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As a nation of animal lovers, many of us will have wondered what happens to our pets after we die. If it’s a family pet, you may assume that Rover...
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How do I challenge or dispute a Will?
Losing a loved one is difficult enough without contemplating a dispute over their Will or estate. Unfortunately, disagreements over Wills and estates have become commonplace, and the legal process for...
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Case Studies
Case study: contention over the gift of a property in a Will settled
Our contentious probate solicitors were recently involved in an interesting case regarding the validity of a Will that was drafted by a former Partner (Ms T) of Barcan+Kirby. The case...
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Remote witnessing of Wills extended until 2024
The pandemic has undeniably had a lasting effect on the way we do things. Legal systems are not immune to this and legislation around Will writing and witnessing has even...
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Should I leave my house to my children in my Will?
Your house is most likely your biggest asset and leaving your home to your children in your Will could help to secure their future. However, a substantial gift in a Will...
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Why it’s worth paying for a solicitor
One of the questions our lawyers often get asked is, “Why is this legal advice so expensive?” There is a common misconception that solicitors charge high rates for their legal...
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Your legal guide to dealing with dementia
September is World Alzheimer’s Month; an initiative that is close to our hearts as a dementia friendly law firm. In this blog, Dementia Friends champion and Private Client lawyer, Anna...
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The benefits of digital legacy services in estate administration
Leading technology company, Apple, and social media channel, LinkedIn, have both announced significant developments to their digital legacy options. It’s another box to tick on the to-do list, alongside writing...
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Do-not-resuscitate orders: are your wishes clear enough?
In a recent review by England’s Care Quality Commission (CQC), it was found that do-not-resuscitate orders (DNARs or DNACPRs) were wrongly allocated to groups of care home residents during the...
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Case Studies
A socially distanced Will signing
Our clients, Mr and Mrs J, had arranged a home visit to discuss their Wills prior to the announcement of lockdown and social distancing guidelines as a result of Covid-19....
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Why should I get a solicitor to write my Will?
You’re in the queue at your local newsagent and you notice a ‘Will kit’ for £19.99. Tempting, isn’t it? While an off-the-shelf Will at such a good price is enticing,...
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Firm News
A new lease of life for our Gloucester Road office
We ended 2019 with the relocation of our Horfield office further down the road to neighbouring suburb, Bishopston. Having been a part of the BS7 community for over 40 years,...
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