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What happens when an unknown individual claims to be a Child of the Deceased? Legal rights claims against an estate can become problematic and as a result, family relationships can be put to the test. In relation to legal rights challenges, the situation tends to be most vexed when a claim…
We appreciate how stressful the estate process can be for Executors, especially in the aftermath of a bereavement, and our friendly solicitors will be there to support and guide you throughout every step of the process. Being appointed executor of an estate is a huge responsibility. Due to the potential…
Proving theTenor of a Will Assuming someone has left a will, the original signed version requires to be located in order for the Executor to administer their estate. It is a significant problem if the principal will has not been registered in the Books of Council and Session, and cannot be located, and…
ANOTHER COURT JUDGEMENT ONCE AGAIN HIGHLIGHTS THE DANGERS OF HOME-MADE WILLS. IN THIS CASE, THE COURT REFUSED TO CURE DEFECTS OF EXECUTION AND HELD THAT THE WILL WAS NOT LEGALLY VALID FOR WANT OF SUBSCRIPTION The problem with people preparing their own home-made wills has again been highlighted in a…
When a person has not been included in the will of a parent or spouse, there are some situations where there can be a valid “challenge” to the will, but a will that is formally valid can only be challenged on certain specific grounds, namely, lack of capacity of the…
What is the role of an Executor? The executor’s main role is to carry out the administrative processes involved in winding up a deceased’s affairs by ingathering funds, paying off debts and making over whatever is left to the beneficiaries. The executor carries out their role for the benefit…
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