Four relationship scenarios where you should have a Will

Four relationship scenarios where you should have a Will – does one apply to you?

You have recently got married Getting married revokes any previous Will. Your assets will pass to your spouse as next-of-kin. You and your partner choose to live together, “marriage is just a contract”. You are both independent from each other. “What is mine is yours is an unwritten contract” Unless you have a Will, the…

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Crackdown on whiplash claims – act soon to ensure “No win, No fee” legal assistance

In 2015, then Chancellor – George Osborne – announced that cash payments for minor whiplash injuries would be banned with the intention of curtailing what the insurance industry calls “compensation culture”. Since then major consultations have started and whilst the legislation has not yet been enshrined, the Ministry of Justice have said plans to increase…

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Congratulations in order!

Congratulations go to co-owner of JMP Solicitors and Head of Private Client department – Yvonne Carratt – who has been honoured with becoming an Associate Member of STEP – The Society of Trusts and Estate Practitioners. STEP is an organisation that aims to improve public understanding of the issues families face in relation to inheritance…