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“Something More” - Inheritance Act Claims by Adult Children in Isaacs v Green
The case of Isaacs v Green provides an insightful example of an adult child successfully claiming under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 (the 1975 Act). In this case, David Isaacs, aged 74, initially received nothing from his deceased mother's will. However, after presenting his evidence, the court awarded him 25% of her residuary estate.
Trusts and Matrimonial Disputes in England
The division of a couple’s finances on divorce is rarely straightforward. This is especially true for high-net worth couples, who often use complex trust structures to hold their assets. Understanding how trusts can intersect with matrimonial disputes is important for both beneficiaries and trustees. The Status of Trusts in Divorce Proceedings One of the most fundamental principles of trust law is that trust assets are not legally held by the beneficiaries themselves.
Potential parental disputes about school fees should a Labour government add VAT to fees
Parents of children at independent schools will be used to regularly assessing the affordability of school fees against their finances – school fees have increased ahead of inflation for the past 25 years. However, with the next general election approaching, and Labour’s pledge to add VAT to private school fees within their first year of government, families could be hit with significantly increased fees as soon as the next academic year.
Potential parental disputes about school fees should a Labour government add VAT to fees
How did you first learn of ACTEC and decide you wanted to become qualified to be a Fellow? A US lawyer I’d previously worked with approached me initially, asking whether I would be willing to put myself forward as a candidate for ACTEC membership. I was aware of ACTEC’s reputation as a prestigious organisation with a selective membership and I was honoured to have been suggested.
Game of Homes: Transatlantic Disputes
Actor Sophie Turner, of Game of Thrones fame, and pop star Joe Jonas have separated after four years of marriage, with Jonas filing a divorce petition in Florida on or around 1 September. The couple have two young daughters (aged one and three) together. Turner and Jonas reportedly agreed that this summer, while Turner was filming a TV series in the UK, the children would be with Jonas as he toured the U.S with his band, the Jonas Brothers.
Game of Homes: Transatlantic Disputes
Actor Sophie Turner, of Game of Thrones fame, and pop star Joe Jonas have separated after four years of marriage, with Jonas filing a divorce petition in Florida on or around 1 September. The couple have two young daughters (aged one and three) together. Turner and Jonas reportedly agreed that this summer, while Turner was filming a TV series in the UK, the children would be with Jonas as he toured the U.S with his band, the Jonas Brothers.
Love and marriage (and divorce): Succession-style
"Let's just enjoy this sham marriage and the death of romance. It will be great." – Roman Charles Russell Speechlys Succession Watch: Episode 3 This week, we draw on the firm’s family law expertise to evaluate the legal issues surrounding Connor and Willa’s marriage. We also consider what protections are afforded to Kerry as Logan’s unmarried partner in the wake of his passing.
Time to turn down the lights
The City of London Corporation will be asking property owners to dim their lights at night in a bid to achieve carbon net zero in the Square Mile by 2040. The local authority is consulting on a draft plan to create ‘lighting curfews’ for the City starting from 10 – 12 pm, after which buildings will need to dim or turn off unnecessary lights.
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