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Inheritance Tax planning for unmarried couples

Inheritance Tax Planning for Unmarried Couples

21st October 2021 by Stuart Millar

Unmarried couples may overlook the need for inheritance tax (IHT) planning. Various tax advantages are available in the UK to those who are married or are in civil partnerships. Inheritance tax is no ...Read more

Child maintenance: your questions answered

Child maintenance: your questions answered

16th September 2021

Child maintenance can be a contentious issue between separated parents. Following separation, the stability and security of any children of the relationship or marriage is very important.  A ...Read more

Do you need a solicitor when someone dies?

Do you need a solicitor when a loved one dies?

8th September 2021

Dealing with legal matters when a loved one dies can be complicated. It is common to appoint a solicitor to deal with a deceased person’s estate. Doing so will relieve you of some stress at what is ...Read more

Nadine Martin

Family Law Team Continues To Grow

18th August 2021 by Morag Hunter

We are delighted to announce our continued expansion of the Family Law team with a key new appointment. The appointment of Nadine Martin as Family Law Associate will support the increasing demand ...Read more

conveyancing

Are liferents matrimonial property for the purposes of divorce?

18th August 2021 by Nadine Martin

Liferents are a useful tool for future planning. They can allow for protection of assets for the next generation while still allowing the asset to be used and enjoyed. What happens to assets with a ...Read more

Brexit and Divorce Law

Brexit and divorce law

15th July 2021 by Fiona Rasmusen

On 31st December 2020 at 11pm the transition period for the UK leaving the European Union (EU) ended.  This means family lawyers are operating under a new regime when considering cross border ...Read more

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